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Astilbe x arendsii astilbe
size/type
low or groundcovering,low or groundcovering
usual height
0,3-0,5m
usual width
0,3-0,6m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
June-July
location
semi-shade to shade
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Astilbe is a popular, low-maintenance perennial with charming, plume-like flowers in summer. The offer several colours – creamy white, pink or red. Leaves are dark green and glossy forming a dense clump.
Grow astilbe in humus-rich soil. If planted in boggy or regularly watered bed they can sit in full sun, too, otherwise choose a semi-shaded or shaded location. They are water loving plants and require a good dose of nutrients to look their best. They will not grow in chalky or clay soil that dries out in summer.
Growing conditions and care
For best results divide the clumps every 3-4 years removing old and dead rhizomes in early spring. Also in the spring remove old leaves and last year’s flowers. Fully hardy to about -34°C (USDA zone 4).
Last update 05-08-2010.
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