Astilbe X Arendsii - False Goatsbeard |
| Type |
Herbaceous, Ground cover, Container-friendly, Deciduous |
| Size |
Medium Border (50-100cm height) |
| Form |
Rounded - Clump |
| Colours |
Medium green Foliage, Dark pink Flowers (Summer early) |
| Care |
Low/easy maintenance |
| Hardiness |
Frost hardy |
| Growth |
Medium growing |
Clumps of decorative dark green leaflets appear in spring, followed by large plumes of deep pink frothy flowers. Ideally suited to planting informally near water / woodland. 70cm tall X 70cm.
Cultivation tips: Astilbe's require a moist fertile garden soil, in partial shade / full sun, with dry conditions will cause foliage to scorch. Plant where plants will not be disturbed e.g.. around ponds / wild areas. Cut back in Autumn and mulch / divide if congested.
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