ON THIS PLANT
Exquisite and dramatic, this plant features very dark purple-brown serrated foliage and delicate pale pinkish-white plumes that command attention in any landscape. It serves as a magnificent accent for moist areas, such as around pools and water features. Unlike other Astilbe species, it is more tolerant of sunlight, but it thrives best in shaded or dappled shade settings. This plant is an herbaceous perennial.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Genus
- Astilbe
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS
Other names.
en Thunberg's astilbe
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