Vision in Red Chinese Astilbe
Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red'
Vision in Red Chinese Astilbe is a compact clumping herbaceous perennial with dark green foliage and dark purple stems. Fully packed panicles of dark maroon to deep purplish-red flowers bloom above the leaves in summer. Flowers best in part shade and rich, moist soils. Astilbe are deer and rabbit resistant.
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Height: |
1.5' - 2' |
Spread: |
1' - 1.5' |
Spacing: |
1' |
USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly, keep soils moist to prevent burning or foliage decline. Powdery mildew and wilt may occur. Watch for japanese beetles.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Foundational Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Heuchera, Lenten Rose, Azalea
IMAGE: Photo by Proven Winners, Vision In Red Astilbe
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
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