Vision in Red Astilbe

Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Red'

$18.00 + GST

Compact mounds of bronzy-green lacy foliage in an upright form and light, airy quality. Large plumes of feathery dark purplish-red flowers appear in early to mid summer and give way to seed heads which may be left on the plant for winter interest.

TYPE Perennial SUN Part Shade to Full Shade
HEIGHT 1.5 ft SOIL Moist
SPREAD 1.5 ft FLOWER Summer, Red
ZONE 3 FRUIT No Fruit
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Latin Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Red'
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Growth Rate:

Medium growth rate

Foliage:

Compact mounds of bronzy-green lacy foliage

Deer/Rabbit:

Deer and rabbit resistant

Applications:

Used as a border plant, in edging or as a waterside/woodland plant

Notes:

 Common Concerns: Significant die back can occur in hot summers or period of drought

Winter:

Seedheads provide winter interest

Cut/Dried Flower:

Beautiful use as a cut or dried flower

Ornamental Features:

Blooms in early summer