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Astilbe chinensis 'Visions'
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Astilbe chinensis 'Visions'

Chinese Astilbe

Astilbes are a popular choice for shade and woodland gardens. They are clump-forming perennials which feature graceful, fern-like mounds of dark green leaves. Tiny flowers of bright rosy raspberry are densely packed into erect, arching, plume-like flower panicles rising above the foliage on slender, upright stems. ‘Visions’ is a compact cultivar which features numerous blooms in late spring to midsummer. It is a tough and adaptable selection that’s more tolerant of full sun and drought than others. Astilbes perform well if given a rich, moist soil and regular watering. Plants should be divided every 2 to 3 years, in early spring.

Additional:

Chinese astilbes are generally noted for having better sun and drought tolerance than other species of astilbe.

Chinese Astilbe Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in part shade to full shade. Prefers moist, organically rich soils. Soils must not be allowed to dry out. If regularly watered, foliage will usually remain attractive throughout the growing season. A summer compost mulch helps retain soil moisture.

Height:

12-18 Inches

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Spread:

12-18 Inches

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Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Characteristics & Attributes for Astilbe chinensis 'Visions'

Exposure
• Partial Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
• Moist
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
Height
• 12-16 Inches
• 16-24 Inches
Attributes
• Specimen
• Border or Bed
• Edging
• Great Foliage
• Mass Planting
Foliage Color
• Green
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