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Astilbe chinensis 'Dark Side of the Moon - Astilbe - Saxifragaceae (The Saxifrage Family)
Astilbe chinensis 'Dark Side of the Moon - Astilbe - 'Dark Side of the Moon' is a unique Astilbe with dark foliage and purple flowers that bloom in late summer.
Astilbe chinensis 'Dark Side of the Moon - 'Dark Side of the Moon' is a unique Astilbe with dark foliage and purple flowers that bloom in late summer.


 
15cm
Price: $29.99
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade, Part Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 2-3'
Flower Colour: Purple


Availability: Shipping begins in May/June when plants are ready.
Product Code: 12693
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Description Fine Print
 
'Dark Side of the Moon' is a unique, dark leaved, later blooming Astilbe. The leaves first emerge yellow with a dark margin and glossy sheen maturing to a dark chocolate brown. Late summer sees dark, narrow panicles rise well above its foliage displaying bright red buds opening to rosy purple flowers. It has a mounding growth habit up to 22 inches tall with a bit wider spread. Group in flower beds or use in mixed containers where the cool foliage will offer multiple seasons of interest. Needs even moisture especially in hot weather. Attracts bees. Deer and rabbit resistant.
Details
  • Class: Deciduous
  • Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
  • Flowering Time: Late Summer
  • Fragrant: No
  • Foliage Colour: Burgundy/Red/Purple
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Attracts: Bees
  • Habitat: Damp woods and along shady streams
  • Geographical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Asia - China and Japan, Miscellaneous - Garden Origin
  • BC Native: No


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