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Chinese Astilbe

Astilbe chinensis 'Purpurkerze'

Clumps of fern-like foliage with upright, plume-like flower stalks.

Characteristics:

Bloom Time:

Blooms late summer

Mature Height:

36-42 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

3-8 Find your zone

Exposure:

Partial Shade

Features and Usage:

Greenhouse Growing Instructions:

Start growing the plants cool at 55-60F for the first week. Increase temperature to speed flowering. The most critical growing factor for Astilbe is water, plants should never be allowed to dry out.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Storage Temperature Prior to Planting: 28
Cooler Humidity Prior to Planting: Low

Transplanting Instructions:

Plant the eyes of the root just below the soil surface.

Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:

Easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade.

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We have done our best to describe this plant as accurately as possible, however, different climates
and growing conditions in different parts of the country will affect height, bloom time, and color.