Vision In Red Astilbe
Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red'
Pronunciation: a-STIL-bee chi-NEN-sis
SKU #01634
| Description | Tall feathery blooms of reddish purple rise above deep bronze-green foliage. This more heat and drought tolerant selection thrives in dappled shade. Valued for their airy quality, the flowers are excellent for cutting. Seed heads add interest to the winter garden. Great in mass plantings. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Light | Full shade, Partial shade |
| Watering | Keep soil consistently moist. |
| Blooms | Midsummer |
| Mature Size | Fast growing; reaches 14 to 28 in. tall, 12 to 25 in. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, 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 |
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| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Columbine (Aquilegia); Hosta (Hosta); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| 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: 3-8
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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.