Astilbe, False Spirea, False Goat's Beard 'Colorflash'

Astilbe

Family
Saxifragaceae (saks-ih-frag-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Astilbe (a-STIL-bee)
Synonym
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Danger
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Seed Collecting
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Fruit Shape
N/A
Fruit Size
Pale Pink
Fruit Colors
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Growing Habit
Grown for foliage
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
By dividing the rootball
Disease Resistance
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Perennials
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Patented
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Saint Charles, Illinois

Aberdeen, South Dakota

Shaftsbury, Vermont

Olympia, Washington

Peterstown, West Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

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0
neutral
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North Bennington, VT | December 2009 | positive

I've been growing ColorFlash astible for about 5 years and I love how the foliage changes with the seasons. however, mine never have blo...Read More

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Peterstown, WV (Zone 6a) | July 2007 | positive

This beauty is dainty with a delicate bloom. Grows well in part shade with Hostas. It's only requirement is that you water it when the we...Read More

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