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Dark Side of the Moon Astilbe
Scientific name :
Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon'
Light Requirements :
Sun, Partial shade
Height :
55 cm
Width :
70 cm
Color :
Pourpre
Watering :
Prefer moist and cool soil. Placing mulch at the base of the plants helps retain soil moisture.
Maintenance :
Prune the wilted flowers. Add compost and fertilize with a granular in the spring.
Usage :
Massif, Plate-bande, Fleur coupée
Bloom Time :
Mid-summer, Late summer
Hardiness :
4
Description :
Only astilbe with dark foliage and purple flowers available on the market. Raspberry-colored flower buds open into rosy-purple flowers atop very dark stems. Its magnificent burgundy foliage is definitely attractive and becomes darker in the summer.
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