Astilbe chinensis 'Visions Volcano'
Astilbe
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- Vibrant, deep red-pink flowers
- Dark green foliage and dark stems
- Compact clumping habit
- Blooms mid summer
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Fragrant
Mass Planting
Deer Resistant
Interesting Notes about Astilbe:
Faint sweet and pleasant fragrant
Good and strong flower
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Astilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement--lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil. Increase watering as the foliage emerges and the plumes mature. Fertilize in spring. Plants should be divided in early spring every 3-4 years.
Consistent water and Average water moist soil needs for growing.
Consistent water and Average water moist soil needs for growing.
Height: 12-18 in
Spacing: 10-12 in
Price Level 1: $10.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Magenta
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 4 for $40~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Fragrant
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Focal Point
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Mass Planting
- Container
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Groundhog Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water