Astilbe

Astilbe - Astilbe

Astilbes comes in many varieties, from small to large. Most like a place in half shade in moist soil. Astilbe-varieties from the chinensis group are more sun and drought tolerant then the others. An annual gift of some compost is appreciated. Astilbe looks best when planted in larger groups. A good plant for in the border as well as in a wild garden. After flowering, the flower stems look nice when left throughout winter. Use Heuchera, Aconitum and Carex as good neighbour plants for Astilbe.

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