Go Back Astilbe Color Flash

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:03 PM
Astilbe 'Color Flash'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    An Astilbe with a new twist! Like other Astilbe, Color Flash starts the growing season with green leaves. Unlike others, the leaves change to various hues of burgundy, purple, gold and green. Produces 10″ tall pink flower spikes in early summer. Outstanding plant in a partial shade setting.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.

    Flower Color

    Soft pink

    Foliage Color

    Green changing to shades of burgundy
    purple, gold and green

    Plant Spread

    18-20 in

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    6-10 in.

    Scape Height

    —

    Hardness Zone

    4-8

    Soil Moisture

    Wet to constantly moist well-drained soil

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Border, Container, Edging, Shaded perennial garden, Showy flowers, Dramatic foliage color

    Bloom Time

    Late spring to early summer

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Part to full shade

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

    All summer showy foliage