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Astilbe chinensis 'Visions'

Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 70 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
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 'Visions' (Chinese astilbe) bears showy, faded fuchsia and fragrant blooms during early summer to late summer. The showy glossy foliage is deep green and medium orange in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Astilbe chinensis 'Visions' (Chinese astilbe) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging, mass planting, specimen, waterfront and woodland.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Astilbe chinensis 'Visions' tolerates wet sites, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits.