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Astilbe × arendsii | Plant Finder | Fill My Garden

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Astilbe × arendsii

Astilbe × arendsii

Genus: Astilbe
Family: Saxifragaceae

About this plant

A diverse group of clump-forming herbaceous perennials, including hybrids from a number of different species. Plants range from 50cm to 120cm high, with ovate to lance-shaped toothed leaves in clusters of two or three. Conical plumes of flowers, in shades from creamy white to pinks and deep reds, are produced in mid to late summer

Growing Information

Height

1-1.5 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

Loam

AcidNeutral

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This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly DrainedMoist But Well Drained

Aspect

South FacingWest FacingEast Facing

Exposure

ExposedSheltered

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in moist, humus rich or boggy soil in full sun, or in drier soils grow in partial shade. Will not thrive in soils that dry out in summer. Divide and replant every 3-4 years to maintain vigour and flower quality, discarding any old, woody rhizomes. May be damaged by late spring frosts

Pruning

Flowering stems may be cut back when flowers fade, or left standing for winter interest

Propagation

Propagate by division in winter or early spring; replant immediately or pot up to plant out in spring when re-established

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildews

Garden Uses

Uses

Ground Cover

Planting Places

Outdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Size & Characteristics

Height

1-1.5 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Clump Forming

Time to Full Height

Five To Ten Years