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Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii Superba

Fall Astilbe, Chinese Astilbe (False Spirea)

A tall, late blooming perennial with delicate plumes emerging over a mound of lacy, green leaves.

  • »  Tall selection of astilbe
  • »  Upright, narrow, lilac-mauve blooms appear over lacy, dark green foliage
  • »  Chinese astilbe are generally more sun tolerant and require less water
  • »  Bloom Time: Late summer into early fall
  • »  Flower Height: 120 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 60 cm

1gal
$20.83
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Fragrant
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Superba'

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.