Astilbe x arendsii

Astilbe x arendsii
astilbe
astilbe
SIZE/TYPE | low or groundcovering |
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USUAL HEIGHT | 0.3-0.5m |
USUAL WIDTH | 0.3-0.6m |
LEAVES | deciduous broadleaf |
COLOUR OF LEAVES |
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FLOWERS | showy |
COLOUR OF FLOWERS |
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BLOOMING TIME | June - July |
LOCATION | semi-shade to shade |
USDA zone (lowest) | 4 (down to -34°C) |
WINTER PROTECTION | |
FOR ZONE 5+6 |
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FOR ZONE 7 |
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Perennials Summer blooms |
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.
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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