1606 N 600 Rd, Baldwin City, 66006

Astilbe chinensis ‘Amber Moon’

Astilbe chinensis 'Amber Moon'

Type:: perennial
Notable Traits:: attracts butterflies/pollinators, great cuts (flowers & foliage), resistant: deer, resistant: disease, resistant: rabbit, striking foliage
Hardiness:: Zone 3 – 9
Mature Height:: 24-36”
Light:: part to full shade, shade
Water:: regular/medium, requires vigilant watering
Bloom Color:: pink
Bloom Time:: summer
Foliage:: chartreuse with red variegation

Description

Showy pink plumes bloom over bright chartreuse foliage edged in red. A perfect shade perennial under dappled light with bold hostas and other shade tolerant landscape plantings.

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Astilbe chinensis ‘Amber Moon’