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Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red'

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 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red' (Chinese astilbe) bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blossoms during early summer to late summer. The showy glossy foliage is medium green and medium orange in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red' (Chinese astilbe) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging, foundation, mass planting, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red' tolerates wet sites, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.