astilbe x 'amber moon' (false spirea)*
$15.95
- long stems with pink plumes lacy, chartreuse-coloured foliage with a tinge of red foliage greens a little by late summer
- brightens up areas in the shade garden
- bloom time: midsummer
- zone 4
- height 50-60cm (flower height 85cm)
- spread 55-70cm
- colour pink
- 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 the spent blooms and lightly shape the foliage to encourage new growth
- partial sun/shade, full shade
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
- long blooming
- low maintenance
- fragrant
- rock garden
- (image courtesy of NVK nurseries, NVK holdings inc.)