Says needs consistently moist conditions, but this plant can take a lot of abuse. Have seen one in pot for two summers, forgotten and wat...Read Moreered infrequently during August, and made it through a few winter freezes (in the pot, mind you). It may die back, but it comes back by May every spring.
Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | August 2002 | neutral
Be sure to cut back faded flower stalks. Extra water may be needed in dry periods. Divide after 3-4 years in spring or fall. Astilbe r...Read Moreequires a lot of nutrients, so give it some fertilizer at least once per growing season.
The Perennial Plant Association (US) named this the 1994 Perennial Plant of the Year.
Says needs consistently moist conditions, but this plant can take a lot of abuse. Have seen one in pot for two summers, forgotten and wat...Read More
Shorter than most at 12" - plant 14" apart. Blooms from mid to late summer with pink blossoms. The foliage is a bronze-green.
Be sure to cut back faded flower stalks. Extra water may be needed in dry periods. Divide after 3-4 years in spring or fall. Astilbe r...Read More