* What they are: Lots of compact, new, summer-blooming panicle hydrangeas have hit the market in the past few years. Among the best is Proven Winners’ Fire Light Tidbit variety. Although plants stay a ...

Quick Fire hydrangea has put the spark back in summer-tired gardens and brought a touch of magic to mixed containers. My comfort zone has once again been challenged by James, my color-design guru son.

If you are looking for a hardy shrub that blooms in the summer, Quick Fire hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Bulk') might be the plant for you. This hydrangea is a multi-stemmed shrub with upright ...