Astilbe chinensis - 'Pumila'

Type Herbaceous flower, Deciduous, Ground cover, Flowering
Form Ground-Hugging Rounded Clump
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours Lilac Flowers (Summer early), Green Foliage
Care Low/Easy Maintenance
Hardiness Frost Hardy
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Astilbe chinensis cultivation notes: Astilbe's require a moist fertile garden soil, in partial shade / full sun, with dry conditions will cause foliage to scorch. Plant where plants will not be disturbed e.g.. around ponds / wild areas. Cut back in Autumn and mulch / divide if congested.

Plant Strengths: Suitable for container growing; Tolerates permanently wet soil; Tolerates heavy clay soils; Suitable for planting in full shade.

Plant Weaknesses: Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations.
Astilbe  chinensis - 'Pumila'
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