Hydrangea, Glowing Embers #3
Glowing Embers Hydrangea
Hydrangea paniculata 'Glowing Embers'
Height: Typically 4–5 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 4–6 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 4–6 feet apart for a harmonious, bushy display
Growth Rate: Moderate (about 1 foot per year)
Deciduous
Description
Glowing Embers Hydrangea infuses your landscape with an inspiring burst of radiant color. This remarkable shrub produces large, mophead flower clusters that evoke the vivid glow of burning embers, displaying a captivating blend of deep apricot and coral tones. As the season unfolds, the blooms subtly shift in hue, offering a dynamic, textural statement that enhances any outdoor space. Ideal for mixed shrub borders or as a stunning focal point in containers, its compact, bushy form brings a sophisticated splash of color to shaded or partly sunny areas.
General Care
- Sunlight: Performs best in full sun to part sun (ideally 5–6 hours of direct light daily)
- Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH (around 5.5–6.5), which supports its brilliant bloom color
- Watering: Provide deep, consistent watering during the growing season to maintain even soil moisture
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperature
- Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain its natural, tidy shape without disrupting bloom production
Refresh your landscape with the distinctive allure of Glowing Embers Hydrangea—a deciduous shrub that delivers a continuous, captivating display of fiery blooms and refined textural interest throughout the season.
