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Astilbe arendsii Amethyst

False Spirea

Delicate, fern-like, green foliage supports long, airy plumes of elegant, lilac-purple blooms.

  • »  Lilac-purple flower spikes
  • »  Tall, airy, open foliage
  • »  Foliage is deeply lobed
  • »  Excellent cut flowers
  • »  Bloom Time: June to July
  • »  Flower Height: 90 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 60 cm

1gal
$20.83
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:75-90 cm
  • Spread:40-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Lavender
Exposure
Full Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist to Average
Well-drained
Growth Rate
Medium
Flowering Time
Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
Clumping
Upright
Foliage Color
Green
Landscape uses
Border/edging
Rock garden
Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Astilbe arendsii 'Amethyst'

Grows best in light to moderate shade, with average to moist soils. Astilbe may burn if planted in full sun. Deep shade tolerant, but will not flower as prolifically. Water plants during the summer especially if there is less than average rainfall. Extended drought periods will lead to browning of the foliage and may result in foliage drop. After flowers finish, prune off spent blooms and lightly shape the foliage to encourage new growth.