Astilbe arendsii | |
Astilbe | |
Hardy long blooming perennial. Shade to part sun. fern like dark green foliage. | |
Divide and/or transplant in November using Rock Phosphate fertilizer. Cut flowers and foliage to within 2" of soil and add to compost pile. Feed with Flowertone in March. Spray with All-season Oil in May for insect control. Deep-soak with Vitamin B-1 fertilizer every 2 weeks for first 2 summers. Re-mulch in June and January. | |
Attractive container, bedding, or border plant | |
well drained and moist soil | |
Long-blooming reliable perennial for shady spots. Profuse bloomer. | |
June | |
30" | |
18" | |
Upright | |
Moderate | |
Part Shade to Shade | |
-30 to -20 deg. F | |
Water regularly as needed | |
Fern-like foliage | |
Perennial |