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Astilbe Seeds - Chinensis
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Astilbe (Astilbe Chinensis) - Growing Astilbe seeds is a wonderful way to liven up shady areas with plumes of color. Astilbe Chinensis is the gardener's best friend for breaking up the monotony of various shades of green in the shady garden.
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
28 - 35 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover
SOWING RATE
10 - 12 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 inches
Astilbe (Astilbe Chinensis) - Growing Astilbe seeds is a wonderful way to liven up shady areas with plumes of color. Astilbe Chinensis is the gardener's best friend for breaking up the monotony of various shades of green in the shady garden. Astilbe plants are strong, robust shade-lovers that produce extremely large pink plumes. They are quite tall plants, averaging around twelve to eighteen inches in total without flowers and with flowers they can grow as tall as 2 feet.
Common Questions
Can I grow astilbe in a container?
Yes, astilbe is fine for containers. Be sure to use a commercial potting mix and do not allow it to dry out.
Is astilbe deer resistant?
Yes, astilbe tends to be resistant to deer and rabbits.
What are some good plants to combine with astilbe?
Astilbe looks great with other shade loving perennials such as heuchera and hosta, which contrast with its ferny foliage.
Can I grow astilbe under a black walnut tree?
Astilbe is more resistant than other plants under a black walnut, but if planted too close to it the area may be too dry.
Does astilbe attract pollinators?
Yes, astilbe attracts bees, butterflies and moths.
