Hennie Graafland Star Astilbe
Astilbe simplicifolia 'Hennie Graafland'
SKU
0163
Unique star flowered astilbe cultivar. Plants are low growing and packed with shiny green leaves. Blooms in June and July with strong plumes of pink or rose colored flowers lasting for many weeks. Good cut flower. Plant in masses or as edging in perennial borders and parterres. Also well adapted to informal woodlands and shaded landscapes under trees. Herbaceous perennial. Shade or part shade; full sun in far north if adequately moist. Moderate growing 10 to 18 in. tall, 24 in. wide. Division.
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Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | a-STIL-bee sim-PLIK-ee-FOH-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 10 to 18 in. tall, 24 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Midsummer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Erosion Control, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Very Wet Areas, Water Garden, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden, Ground Cover |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Clump Forming, Dwarf Plant, Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, Gift Plant, Shade Loving, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Tolerates Wet Soils |
| Water Needs | High |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Key Feature | Showy Flowers for Shade |
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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