Astounding Astilbe – Shade Perennial

Frankly, we haven’t paid enough attention to Astilbe lately. It’s easy to take them for granted, when they rebloom summer after summer in shady areas and woodlands. Add their reliability to the fact that deer seem to leave them alone, and you have an easy-care, low-maintenance winner. Plus, they make unique and lovely arrangements for indoor enjoyment. In midsummer, it’s possible to cut a bouquet of the long, feathery flowers when they are still tightly budded and haven’t yet fully opened. Add them to a fresh arrangement and you’ll get rave reviews on your creativity. All three of these charming, dependable Astilbe chinensis varieties are tough and tall with Mighty Pip being the most astounding of all at up to 4′ in height. They really aren’t fussy, but will not tolerate drought, so watch for hot, dry spells and periodically give them a deep drink. If your soil is loamy and moist, they’ll be fine and reward you with flowers that appear to float above the ground covers. Collection contains one each of: Astilbe ‘Vision in Red’, Astilbe ‘Mighty Pip’, Astilbe ‘Vision in White’. Total 3 plants.
Botanical Name:Astilbe chinensis ‘Mighty Pip’, ‘Vision in Red’ PP11965, ‘Vision in White’ PP18965
Form:Perennial
Sun Exposure:Partial Shade, Full Shade
Height/Habit:12 – 48 inches
Spread:36 – 48 inches
Spacing:36 – 48 inches
Hardiness Zone:3-9
Flowering Date:Midsummer to fall
Planting Instructions:Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots without bending them. Work soil around the roots, firm well and water thoroughly.
Winter Care:No winter care needed.
Shipped:2-3 EYE BAREROOT
Growth Rate:Medium
Shipping Season:Spring
Flower Color:Red, Pink, White
Flower Form:Spikes 20 – 30″ tall, plume-like panicles of masses of small individual flowers.
Foliage Type:Dark green compound leaves/leaflets ovate to oblong with serrated edges.
Resistance:Deer Resistant
Pruning:Cut back to encourage new bloom.
Soil Requirement:Fertile, organic soil, that retains moisture but not soggy.
Watering Requirement:Water regularly to maintain wet or moist soil.
Additional Information:Collection includes: Vision in Red Astilbe, Vision in White Astilbe, and Mighty Pip Astilbe
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