Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila'

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Astilbe chinensis

Chinese False Spirea

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

The chinensis species, with lavender- pink blooms, is more sun and drought tolerant than other Astilbes; also the last to bloom. pumila is a nuturally occuring dwarf form of chinensis.

Height

10-12 Inches

Spread

8 Inches

Color

Pink/Red

Interesting Notes

Wonderful cut and dried flowers!

Bloom Time

July- August (late)

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Requires constant moisture to perform at best.
Makes an excellent groundcover, as it spreads faster than other chinensis and can tolerate drier soils, but not dry.

When to Divide

early spring or fall, divide every 3 years to retain vigor

Good Companions

Lungwort (Pulmonaria longifolia), Maiden Hair Fern (Adiantum pedatum), Spotted Dead Nettle (Lamium maculatum), Strawberry Foxglove (Digitalis x mertonensis)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses
• Crafts
• Dried Flowers
• Cut Flowers
• Ground Cover
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
• Partial Shade
• Shade
Foliage Color
• Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Fall
• Summer
• Spring
Soil Moisture Preference
• Moist