Vision In Red Astilbe
Astilbe chinensis 'Vision In Red' P.P.# 11965
Reddish-purple flowers open from red buds forming full, dense spikes. Deep green, burgundy-tinted foliage on red stems add a lush base to the flowers. Plant in mass for striking effect. A more heat and drought tolerant selection. Herbaceous.
| Key feature: | Summer Flowering |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Garden styles: | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic, Tropical |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 8 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate grower to 14 in. tall, 12 in. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Flower attributes: | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant |
| Landscape uses: | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Very Wet Areas, Water Garden |
| Flower color: | Red |
| Blooms: | Mid-summer |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 1634 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
Reddish-purple flowers open from red buds forming full, dense spikes. Deep green, burgundy-tinted foliage on red stems add a lush base to the flowers. Plant in mass for striking effect. A more heat and drought tolerant selection. Herbaceous.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
| Key feature: | Summer Flowering |
| Plant type: | Perennial |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Garden styles: | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic, Tropical |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Herbaceous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 8 |
| Light needs: | Full to partial shade |
| Water Needs: | Needs wet or constantly moist soil. |
| Average landscape size: | Moderate grower to 14 in. tall, 12 in. wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Flower attributes: | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant |
| Landscape uses: | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Very Wet Areas, Water Garden |
| Flower color: | Red |
| Blooms: | Mid-summer |
| Foliage color: | Dark Green |
| Item no.: | 1634 |
