Granat Astilbe
Astilbe x arendsii 'Granat'
SKU
00162
Stunning red blooms add drama to shady gardens and make fantastic cut flowers. Plant in mass for stunning effect. Lush green foliage on upright plants. At home in the woodland garden or under shade trees that love moisture. Herbaceous perennial.
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Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | a-STIL-bee ar-END-see-eye |
|---|---|
| Lore | In China these plants are commonly known as Ch'Ang Chan. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 24 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Design Ideas | This is one of the stellar perennials of the semi-formal garden border. A superior choice for high profile foundation beds. Perfect in semi-shaded mixed borders. Mass or naturalize in woodland gardens. At home in country garden settings with hedges and cottage style flowers when arranged in informal drifts and masses. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Very Wet Areas, Water Garden, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Gift Plant, Shade Loving |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
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.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 9
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