Astilbe 'Alive and Kicking'

hybrid astilbe

Family	Saxifragaceae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level
Height	0.9 - 2.5 m (3 - 8 ft)
Spread	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	full sun to shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Astilbe 'Alive and Kicking' (hybrid astilbe) bears greyish magenta and fragrant blossoms during mid summer. This plant has foliage that is greyish lime in colour.
Typical Uses	Border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics	This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.