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Lollypop Astilbe
Astilbe x 'Lollypop' ; CPBR #1442
Pronunciation: a-STIL-bee ar-END-see-eye juh-PON-ih-kuh
SKU #43681
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil evenly moist.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 14 to 18 in. tall, 12 to 18 in. wide.
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| Description | Sweet pink plumes on deep purple upright stems rise above the lush, glossy dark green foliage. A compact, bushy plant with an upright habit. The dense, attractive blooms on the strikingly dark stems are excellent for cut flower arrangements. Stunning in mass plantings. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid to late summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| 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, Accent |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Columbine (Aquilegia); Anemone (Anemone); Brunnera (Brunnera); Hosta (Hosta) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, evenly moist, 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. |
| History | 'Lollypop' was a product of a breeding program in 1992 in Noorden, The Netherlands with female parent A. japonica 'Europa' and male parent A. x arendsii 'Grete Pungel', selected for it's upright, compact habit, dark green leaves, dark-purple stems and petioles, and free-flowering pink blooms. |
Details
| Description | Sweet pink plumes on deep purple upright stems rise above the lush, glossy dark green foliage. A compact, bushy plant with an upright habit. The dense, attractive blooms on the strikingly dark stems are excellent for cut flower arrangements. Stunning in mass plantings. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Mid to late summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| 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. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Azalea (Azalea); Columbine (Aquilegia); Anemone (Anemone); Brunnera (Brunnera); Hosta (Hosta) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, evenly moist, 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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History
| History | 'Lollypop' was a product of a breeding program in 1992 in Noorden, The Netherlands with female parent A. japonica 'Europa' and male parent A. x arendsii 'Grete Pungel', selected for it's upright, compact habit, dark green leaves, dark-purple stems and petioles, and free-flowering pink blooms. |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
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.