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Astilbe chinensis 'Black Pearls'

Regular price $1899
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This item is available for preorder only.

  • Pot Size: 5.25 Inch Square Pot
  • Common Name: False Spirea, Chinese Astilbe
  • Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 3-8
  • Bloom Color: Purple
  • Bloom Time: Summer
  • Garden Height: 20-28 Inches
  • Garden Spread: 12-24 Inches

To add a fresh, bright pop of color to the shade garden, try Astilbe 'Black Pearls'. This is a later blooming type with large purple flower plumes that sit above the feathery, dark green foliage. The thick stems are quite sturdy and will not flop over with the weight of the flowers. Pairs well with Hostas, Heucheras, and Ligularias.

Uses: Beds, Bogs, Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Ponds, Woodland Gardens, Cottage Gardens, Landscapes, Flower Gardens
Nature Attraction: Butterflies, Bees
Critter Resistance: Deer, Rabbits
Notable Features: Cut Flower/ Foliage, Long Blooming, Shade Tolerant
Growth Habit: Upright

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Homeowner Growing Tips

Cut back all old stems and foliage to just a little above the ground in spring before the start of the growing season. Divide ever couple years.

Water Requirement's: Water soil fully and keep soil fully moist.

Delivery and Shipping

Orders will be scheduled to ship based on the last frost date in your area. See the map below for more information.

We guarantee our plants to arrive in acceptable condition. If there are any issues upon delivery, please email support@romencegardens.com within 48 hours and we will resolve the issue.

Available For Preorder Only

Plants will begin shipping March 30, 2026. See the map below for more accurate shipping times.

When Will My Order Ship?

Your order will be scheduled for shipment based on the last frost date in your area as indicated by this map and on the maturity of the plants themselves. If you would prefer a different ship date, please include that in the notes of your order.