Alive and Kicking Astilbe
Astilbe 'Alive And Kicking'
Pronunciation: a-STIL-bee
SKU #30617
Description | Astilbe is the centerpiece of shade and woodland gardens. The lacy leaves of this mounding perennial enhance the dark rose-pink plumes that rise above. A vigorous grower with sturdy flower stems. Makes a great container plant or planted along a shady path. An herbaceous perennial. |
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Light | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade |
Watering | Keep soil evenly moist. |
Blooms | Summer |
Mature Size | Reaches 24 to 36 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Care | Provide enriched, evenly moist, well drained soil. Do not let soil dry out. Mulching around plants in summer helps retain moisture. Can be divided if overcrowding occurs. Prune spent blooms. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.