Vision In Pink Astilbe
Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Pink'
Description | Light pink flower plumes are striking against coarsely textured, blue-green foliage. The dense, upright form is perfect in a dappled shade border, woodland garden, or as a groundcover. An excellent cut flower, fresh or dried. Tolerates drier soils than other varieties. An herbaceous perennial. |
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Light | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade, Partial sun |
Watering | Keep soil consistently moist. |
Blooms | Early to midsummer |
Mature Size | Fast growing; reaches 24 to 32 in. tall, 12 to 24 in. wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas, Black Walnut Tolerant |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover |
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Flower Color | Pink |
Foliage Color | Blue-green |
Companion Plants | Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla); Holly (Ilex); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Hosta (Hosta); Coral Bells (Heuchera) |
Care | Thrives in organically rich, evenly moist, acidic, well-drained soil, sited in bright shade or filtered sun; does not tolerate dry conditions. Mulch to keep roots cool and moist, avoiding the crown. Clip spent blooms for a tidy appearance. Remove old foliage and stems in early spring. Feed in early spring, and again after bloom. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 6
Good to grow!
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Lowe's 4960 Roe Blvd
Roeland Park, Kansas 662056-1110 -
Suburban Lawn & Garden - Overland Park 10501 Roe Blvd.
Overland Park, Kansas 66207 -
Lowe's 4201 Sterling Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64133
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