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Astilbe chinensis 'Superba'
Chinese Astilbe
Saxifragaceae
Height
flower stalks up to 80 cm high
Flower colour
lavender - magenta
Flowering time
August - September
Foliage colour
green
Sunlight
sun
Soil
fertile, well drained, moist, humus rich
pH
acid - neutral - alkaline
Hardiness
hardy
Plant range
garden variety
The genus Astilbe belongs to the Saxifragaceae family. Most species are native to E-Asia. They need fairly moist soil and a sunny, sheltered position. Many cultivars flower too late for Icelandic conditions and it's therefore important to choose early flowering cultivars.
Propagation:
Division in spring.
Flowering is pretty reliable, except in the coolest of summers. Spreads slowly with rhizomes.
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