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Astilbe arendsii 'Burgundy Red'

Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 50 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Astilbe arendsii 'Burgundy Red' (garden astilbe) bears bright red blooms during mid summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, waterfront and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.