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Visions in Pink Astilbe
Prices start at : 35.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

Shade Loving Soft Pink Plumes in Summer The Astilbe Chinensis Visions in Pink PP#118, 'Astilbe Chinensis', has clear soft pink plumes that light up shady garden spaces in the mid to late summer.
  • Soil Type: Widely Adaptable
  • Flower Color: Pink
  • Sun Exposure: Full Shade, Partial Sun
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Botanical Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Pink'
Nebraska
Omaha
Fanal Astilbe
Prices start at : 35.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

In order to keep Astilbe looking good for the next year, do not cut it back in the winter, (the old foliage helps protect the plant from winter damage), but prune in early spring. Astilbe ‘Fanal' blooms in midsummer and is 24” tall and a plant width...
  • Growth Rate: Medium
  • Soil Type: Normal, Sandy, Clay
  • Sun Exposure: Partial Sun
  • Flower Color: Red
  • Mature Height: 2 feet
Nebraska
Omaha
Visions in Red Astilbe
Prices start at : 35.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

This Astilbe will tolerant full sun in cooler climates and attracts butterflies and humingbirds, but is disease, deer, and rabbit resistant. Astilbe is admired for its attractive foliage and elegant flower plumes.
  • Botanical Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red'
  • Sun Exposure: Full Shade, Partial Sun
  • Soil Type: Widely Adaptable
  • Growth Rate: Medium
  • Flower Color: Red
Nebraska
Omaha
Peach Blossom Astilbe
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / 5" Container

You can plant astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact. Astilbe needs well drained, but moist and highly organic soil; humusy forest gardens are a perfect example of where these plants will thrive.
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Botanical Name: Astilbe 'Peach Blossom'
  • Flower Color: Pink
  • Sun Exposure: Full Shade, Partial Sun
Nebraska
Omaha
Delft Lace Astilbe
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / 5" Container

Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in the sun. This new variety is reported to have more attractive foliage and stronger flower stems than 'Peach Blossom'.
  • Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Full Shade, Partial Sun
  • Growth Rate: Medium
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Botanical Name: Astilbe 'Delft Lace'
  • Flower Color: Light Pink
Nebraska
Omaha
Visions Astilbe
Prices start at : 35.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

In order to keep Astilbe looking good for the next year, do not cut it back in the winter, (the old foliage helps protect the plant from winter damage), but prune in early spring. Astilbe ‘Visions' blooms in July and is 15” tall and has a plant width...
  • Flower Color: Lavender-Raspberry
  • Sun Exposure: Partial Sun
  • Foliage Color: Blue-Green
  • Foliage: Bronze, Deep Green
  • Botanical Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Visions'
  • Soil Type: Normal, Sandy, Clay
Nebraska
Omaha
Astilbe Snowdrift
Prices start at : 17.95 USD / 1 GAL

We recommend feeding your Astilbe Snowdrift in the very early spring and again in mid summer after all new growth has hardened off and it begins to set flower buds. Gorgeous in mass plantings but will not tolerate long periods of drought.
Maryland
Bowie
Astilbe Fanal
Prices start at : 17.95 USD / 1 Gal

As mentioned earlier Astilbe does not like to dry out during drought so make sure to provide enough water. Espoma products are easy to use, just sprinkle around the base of the plant and water it in.
Maryland
Bowie
Astilbe, Fanal
Prices start at : 11.99 USD / 1 Plant

This dwarf variety is a great edging plant and can add luster along ponds and to shady rock gardens. Adding to the dramatic effect is the glossy, bronze foliage that appears luxuriantly in spring.

12-18 inches

    • Genus: Astilbe
    • Sun: Full Shade, Part Sun
    • Height: 12-18 inches
    • Life Cycle: Perennial
    • Spread: 12-18 inches
    • Bloom Season: Spring, Summer
    Pennsylvania
    Warminster
    Astilbe: Introduction and Cultivars
    Foliage can range from dark hunter green to blue-green to chartreuse. Clicking on each photograph will take you to the Plant Files entry of each one., and on occasion at the big box stores.
    California
    El Segundo
    Bella Mix, Astilbe Seeds
    Prices start at : 22.00 USD / 1,000 Seeds

    Sow February through April to have flowers in 6 months, or over winter for flowers from June through August. Fluffy 2 to 3′ foot panicles of white, cream, pink, and carmine blooms.
    • Dimensions: N/A
    • Sow Depth: 1/4"
    • Size: 1,000 Seeds
    • categories: Flowers
    • Sow Method: Transplant
    • Zones: 3
    Indiana
    Westfield
    Best Astilbe Varieties – Types Of Astilbe Good For Planting In Gardens
    Peruse any plant catalogue and you will find astilbe varieties for almost any taste. Some of the tallest cultivars available are nearly 5 feet tall at maturity. Some cultivars to try for smaller areas or low profile plants might be ‘Visions,' ‘ Pumila'...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Troubleshooting Astilbe Diseases: Overcoming Problems Growing Astilbe Plants
    Increase the air circulation inside the plant by thinning back the central branches. Its beautiful, bright flowers grow from shiny foliage and can rise to 5 feet tall, depending on the species.
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Astilbe Won\'t Bloom: Reasons For Astilbe Not Blooming
    As a general rule, one deep watering per week is adequate. Replace the mulch as it decomposes or blows away.– While astilbe usually tolerates moderate sunlight, most. Also, keep in mind that astilbe planting in bright sunlight will require more frequent...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Astilbe Winter Care: How To Winterize Astilbe Plants
    Keep reading to learn about care for astilbe plants in winter and how to winterize astilbe.Astilbe plants like to be kept moist, so it's important to keep watering yours until the ground freezes.
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Bloom Time For Astilbe Plants: When Does Astilbe Bloom
    They love rich, moist soil. Do not plant them in full sun. Some bloom in late spring, others bloom mid-summer, and the late season astilbe plants bloom late summer or early fall. Read on to learn more.because they are one of the few garden gems that bloom...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Tips On Feeding Astilbe: Learn About Fertilizer For Astilbe Plants
    If you're planting for the first time, rake your fertilizer for astilbe plants into the soil a couple weeks ahead of time. Unlike theyou might normally plant there, however, astilbe also produces vibrant, beautiful fronds of flowers, bringing color to...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Astilbe Companion Planting: Companion Plants For Astilbe
    Is a fantastic plant to have in your flower garden. Keep reading to learn about astilbe companion planting and plants that grow well with astilbe., so finding plants that grow well with astilbe means finding plants with similar soil and light requirements.
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Container Grown Astilbe – Tips On Growing Astilbe In Pots
    In pots is easy and container grown astilbe may be just the ticket if you have athat needs a splash of bright color. Be sure the container has at least one drainage hole.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });If...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    How To Grow Astilbes: Planting And Caring For Astilbe Plants
    Let's learn how to grow astilbes in a way that promotes the most abundant growth.Astilbe plants grow in shade, but flowers are more productive in an area where gentle morning or dappled sun can reach them for about an hour or two.Astilbe flowers also...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Astilbe Propagation Methods – How To Propagate Astilbe Plants
    Gently unearth the rhizomes and pull them away from the main body of the root structure. This is why most gardeners choose to start such plants from purchased bulbs or rhizomes. Adult plants perform better if divided every 3 to 4 years.
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Astilbe Bare Roots – Learn About Bare Root Planting Of Astilbe
    Sometimes it is sold bare root at that time. This means that it comes to you without the root ball, and that all the soil it was growing in has been cleaned off the plant. You want there to be ample room for the roots, fully extended, so that you don't...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    Dividing Astilbe Plants: How To Transplant Astilbe In The Garden
    Moving astilbe plants is the right thing to do when the flowers have been planted in inappropriate spots, or have been overshadowed by neighboring plants.Perennials that bloom in the spring, including astilbe, should be transplanted in late summer or...
    Ohio
    Willoughby
    The Hardiest of Hardy Perennials
    Hardy to Zone 2, the obedient plant spreads rapidly underground and establishes itself from small plants quickly. Its dark blue blooms, which appear on tall stalks from mid-summer to early fall, are attractive to bees and butterflies.
    California
    El Segundo
    Northwind Switch Grass
    Prices start at : 55.95 USD / #2 Container range: 1.2 - 1.8 gallons (5 - 8 liters)

    'Northwind' prefers full sun, and moist, fertile soil; however, the plant will tolerate sand, heavy clay, dry slopes and boggy areas. The wide, thick leaf blades are a bit more substantial than those of the other blues.
    • Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
    • Growth Rate: Medium
    • Soil Type: Well Drained
    • Botanical Name: Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
    • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
    • Mature Spread: 2 - 3 feet
    Nebraska
    Omaha
    Porcupine Grass
    Prices start at : 29.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

    When clumps dry in the fall they add structural interest to the winter garden. The 'Porcupine' tolerates a wide range of soil types and is moderately drought tolerant. It is deer resistant and has very has very little pest and disease issues.
    • Growth Rate: Fast
    • Mature Height: 6 - 8 feet
    • Soil Type: Well Drained
    • Botanical Name: Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'
    • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
    Nebraska
    Omaha
    St John\'s Wort Pumpkin (Hypericum)
    Prices start at : 42.95 USD / 3 Gal

    We suggest when planting your newly purchased St John's Wort Pumpkin plants that you dig a hole twice as wide as the root system but not deeper. The flowers are bright yellow and look almost tropical.
    Maryland
    Bowie