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Astilbe chinensis 'Finale'

Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 50 cm (12 - 20 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Astilbe chinensis 'Finale' (dwarf Chinese astilbe) bears showy and light pink blossoms during mid summer to mid-fall. This plant is mound shaped in form and has showy, matte and fine textured foliage that is medium green in colour. Showy fruit are produced by Astilbe chinensis 'Finale' (dwarf Chinese astilbe).
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Astilbe chinensis 'Finale' tolerates wet sites, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits.