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Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila'
Astilbe-Chinese Dwarf
Astilbe chinensis Pumila is a stunning perennial that adds vibrant color to any garden with its lush foliage and beautiful, feathery flower spikes. This hardy plant thrives in partial to full shade, making it an ideal choice for shaded garden areas. With its compact size, Pumila can easily fit into borders or containers, providing a lovely accent to your landscape. Enjoy its long-lasting blooms that attract butterflies while enhancing your outdoor space with elegance and charm.
- Distinctive fluffy flower plumes
- Elegant addition to the shade border
- Grows best in light shade to filtered sun
- Must have consistently moist soil
- Category: Perennials
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 9-12 in
- Spread: 9-12 in
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Cold Tolerant |
| • | Container |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Naturalizing |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila'
Astilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement--lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in sun. Increase watering as the foliage emerges and the plumes mature. If the soil dries out, the leaves will develop brown, crispy margins and will begin to drop. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before flowering starts. Wait to cut back the old foliage until spring; it will help protect the plant from winter damage. In the spring, if the crown has risen above soil level, gently press it back into the ground and apply some organic matter around the plant. Plants should be divided in early spring every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.