Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Pink' - Chinese Astilbe

🌿 Characteristics

Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common Name: Chinese Astilbe
Scientific Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Pink'
Flower Color: Magenta
Mature Height: 0.60–0.75 m (24–30 in)
Mature Width: 0.50–0.65 m (20–26 in)
Habit: Bushy, upright, with airy, feathery plumes
Bloom Period: Mid-summer to late summer
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Water Needs: Regular, consistently moist soil
Soil Type: Rich in organic matter, well-drained
Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 to 8
Drought Tolerance: Low, prefers moisture
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts Pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to Animals: Non-toxic

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✂️ Care

Keep the soil consistently moist throughout the growing season, especially during hot periods. Enrich the soil with compost or organic matter each spring to promote vigorous growth and spectacular plumes.

Regularly remove spent flowers to extend the blooming period and encourage the emergence of new feathery plumes. Cut back stems to the base in autumn or early spring to stimulate robust regrowth and maintain a compact, balanced shape.