Dramatic and sturdy
Exactly as advertised. Great, dramatic color in a shady spot.
Astilbe chinensis 'Mighty Chocolate Cherry'
$16.99
- UPC:
- 794094308776
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Common Name:
False Spirea, Chinese Astilbe
Plant Type:
Perennial
Exposure:
Shade to Part Sun
Hardiness Zone:
3-8
Bloom Color:
Red
Bloom Time:
Summer
Garden Height:
36-48 Inches
Garden Spread:
24-36 Inches
- Bright pinkish-red flowers in large plumes
- Reddish foliage matures to dark green
- Tall stature makes it perfect for the back of a flower bed
Astilbe chinensis 'Mighty Chocolate Cherry' is the perfect addition to the shade garden with bright cherry red flowers that stand out against the fern-like green foliage. The large flowers appear in late summer and make excellent cut flowers.
Attributes: Uses: Bogs, Borders, Containers, Cottage Gardens, Flower Beds, Mass Planting, Landscapes, Rain Gardens, Woodland Gardens
Critter Resistance: Deer
Nature Attraction: Butterflies
Notable Features: Cut Flower, Long Blooming
Growth Habit: Upright
Homeowner Growing Tips: Grow in shade to partial sun. Amend soil with compost upon planting; apply mulch and provide supplemental water as needed. Fertilize regularly. Cut down in late autumn or spring.
