
Light Needs

Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
The Little Quick Fire® Hydrangea lives up to it’s name. This shrub (like the larger Quick Fire Hydrangea) are one of the first hydrangeas to bloom, often a month before other hydrangeas typically bloom. The panicle shaped flowers start off white, and turn to pink and red as summer goes by, and into fall. The early bloom time extends the blooming season of any landscape!
These are one of our best selling hydrangeas because the dwarf shrubs are so versatile. These are great for flower gardens, borders and in planters. These bushes are also drought tolerant, which is an added benefit to dry locations or if you choose to grow these in garden planters.
Little Quick Fire Hydrangea Care
Prune Little Quick Fire hydrangeas in late winter or early spring. These shrubs bloom on new wood, so that ensure the hydrangea blooms every year, regardless of how harsh winter conditions are. Never trim more than a ⅓ of the length of the branch.
To fertilize, use a slow release fertilizer designed for woody plant material, like a rose or tree fertilizer.
These prefer to be in a location with well-drained soil, to help prevent against root rot. The shrub is drought tolerant, and can be adaptable to different conditions though. It does best with at least 6 hours of sunlight, but prefers to have some afternoon shade, especially in warmer climates, like zones 7 and 8.
Little Quick Fire Hydrangea Spacing
Plant Little Quick Fire Hydrangeas 3 to 5 feet apart, center on center. If you would like to create a landscape border or small hedge, plant these 28 to 36 inches apart, center on center. These also do great in garden planters due to their compact size and drought tolerant attributes. Use the same spacing in the planter as you would planting in the ground.
Little Quick Fire Hydrangea Plant Facts
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8 |
Flower Color(s): Pink, White |
Bloom Period: Summer |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
Height: 3-5 Feet |
Spread: 3-5 Feet |
Spacing: 3-5 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Blooms On: New Wood |
Watering: Average |
Shrub Type: Deciduous |
Type: Panicle Hydrangea |
Scientific Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'SMHPLQF' USPP 25,136 |
Common Name: Little Quick Fire® Hydrangea |
Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
- SKU:
- HYDLQ
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 31th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team!