Vision in Pink Astilbe

The Vision in Pink Astilbe is a selection of the Chinese astilbe, a species know for its higher tolerance of sun and dry soil than other astilbe are. It grows 18 to 24 inches tall, with upright spikes of many fluffy pink flowers topping a low mound of striking foliage. Grow it along streams and by water, or in shady beds, and in normal beds of flowering plants. It makes a very attractive edging for borders of spring shrubs, or planted along a pathway. Grow it everywhere from the most formal settings to natural woodlands.

• Bold spikes of bright pink flowers from mid-summer on
• Attractive deep-green foliage
• More sun and dry soil resistant than most other astilbe
• Grows well in partial to full shade and wet or dry soil
• Very vigorous and easy to grow

The Vision in Pink Astilbe enjoys a wide range of light conditions, from full sun to moderate full shade. Avoid very dark places and hot spots in full sun, especially in warmer zones. The best soil is moist and rich, but this plant is more tolerant of drier soil than most other astilbe. It also grows in wet, but not flooded, areas. It is pest and disease free and untouched by deer. Cut down to the ground in late fall or early spring, and that is all the care needed for the whole year. Keep new plants well-watered for the first couple of summers – after that it is more tolerant of some dryness.