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Astilbe chinensis Pumila

Dwarf False Spirea (Dwarf Chinese Astilbe)

A low growing cultivar, suitable as a ground cover. Tall plumes appear above the deeply cut, bronze-green foliage. One of the more drought tolerant astilbe.

  • »  Short spikes of mauve-lilac plumes
  • »  Deeply cut, bronze-green foliage hugs the ground
  • »  One of the most drought tolerant astilbe
  • »  Chinese astilbe are generally more sun tolerant
  • »  Excellent, ground cover
  • »  Bloom Time: June to August
  • »  Flower Height: 25 cm

1gal
$21.88
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
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
• Dwarf
• Spreading
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Ground cover
• Rock garden
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila'

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.