Astilbe

Astilbe  (Astilbe)

Astilbes (Astilbe) comes in many varieties, from small to large. Most like a place in half shade in moist soil. Astilbe-varieties from the chinensis group are more sun and drought tolerant then the others. An annual gift of some compost is appreciated. Astilbe looks best when planted in larger groups. A good plant for in the border as well as in a wild garden. After flowering, the flower stems look nice when left throughout winter. Use Coral Bells (Heuchera), Monkshood (Aconitum) and Sedge (Carex) as good neighbour plants for Astilbe.