Clump-forming perennial with handsome crisped and jagged foliage. Elegant plumes of magenta-purple flowers in late summer. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 50cm. Flowers August to September. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Astilbe x chinensis taquetii ‘Superba’
Clump-forming perennial with handsome crisped and jagged foliage. Elegant plumes of magenta-purple flowers in late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Astilbe |
|---|---|
| Species | x chinensis |
| Varietry | taquetii 'Superba' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | pink, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Saxifragaceae |
| Spread | 50cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | August, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Bog garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
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