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Saxifragaceae
Chinese Astilbe
Astilbe chinensis
Patience and dedication.
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
- Genus
- Astilbe
- Native to
- China, Korea, Japan
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Type
- perennial
- Height
- 1-2 ft
- Sunlight
- part shade to full shade
- Soil
- moist, humus-rich
- Water
- high
- Hardiness
- 4-8
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- Unlike most astilbes, this species tolerates drier soil conditions once established.
- The name 'Astilbe' comes from Greek meaning 'without brilliance,' referring to its small individual flowers.
- Its feathery plumes are made up of hundreds of tiny individual flowers.
- Chinese Astilbe is more drought-tolerant than its Japanese cousin, making it easier for beginner gardeners.
- The dried flower plumes remain attractive through winter, providing year-round garden interest.
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