Panicle hydrangeas like Fire Light are the most sun-tolerant type of hydrangea, but they do tolerate some shade as well. In cold climates, we recommend a minimum of 6 hours of sun each day for best performance; in warm climates, 4 hours in the morning is best. If you plant them in more shade than that, you won't have as many flowers and you won't get as intense color.
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