Astilbe japonica 'Peach Blossom'

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Japanese Astilbe

syn. Japonica Hybrid

Saxifragaceae

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.

Japonica hybrids flower fairly reliably and tend to flower earlier than Arendsii hybrids.

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