Sweetly fragrant, upright, raspberry-pinkplumes with a dense, pyramidal shape. Chinensis types are noted for having better sun and drought tolerance than most astilbes. 14 – 16″ Botanical Name- Astilbe Visions Pronunciation- uh-STILL-bee Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Part sun Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Raspberry pink Bloom Time- July – August Companion Plants- Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’ – textural interest in shade Fauna Attracted- Bees, hoverflies, shade-loving pollinators Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP21 Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back spent flower stalks in late fall; keep soil consistently moist and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Cut back in late fall or early spring. Deadhead to maintain appearance. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate to high feeding need for optimal blooms. Amend clay soil with compost to maintain moisture. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, leaf spot
