Hardiness
Zone 3
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Panicle Hydrangea 'Fire and Ice'
FamilyHydrangeaceae
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Fire and Ice’ is a highly decorative shrub hydrangea, valued for the strong contrast between its luminous blooms and richly colored foliage. This variety is distinguished by its dense, conical panicles, which open creamy white and then take on pinkish hues at the end of the season, while the dark green foliage evolves into shades of purple, red, and burgundy from late summer onwards. Its overall habit is compact, upright, and well-branched, with a silhouette slightly taller than wide, ideal for structured beds, decorative low hedges, and specimen plantings. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, ‘Fire and Ice’ blooms on new wood, guaranteeing reliable flowering even after harsh winters. Its dual ornamental interest, in summer and autumn, makes it an excellent choice for Nordic and contemporary gardens.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10), in early spring. One application is sufficient.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJuly to October
Flower colorWhite and pink
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingDry, ornamentally uninteresting capsules
Maximum height1 to 1.5 m (3 to 5 feet)
Maximum width1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rateFast — sustained development, ideal for quickly creating volume in a clump or low hedge, strong structure from the 2nd year.
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-34°C
