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Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Superba'

Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Superba' (Chinese astilbe) bears showy and mauve flowers during early summer to mid summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour. A specimen plant, Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Superba' (Chinese astilbe) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, ground cover, mass planting, specimen, waterfront and woodland.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.