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Beginner
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0.5m
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0.5m
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2-5 years
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2 hours care
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Botanical name: Astilbe chinensis var. pumila
Other names: Dwarf chinese astilbe
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Genus: Astilbe
Species: A. chinensis var. pumila - A. chinensis var. pumila is perennial with feathery plumes of tiny, densely clustered, dark pink flowers in late summer.
Astilbe chinensis var. pumila is: Deciduous
Flower: Dark-pink, Purple in Summer
Foliage: Dark-green in Summer
Habit: Clump-forming, Erect
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Companion planting: Plant astilbes with hostas and border phlox, which both like the same damp, shady conditions.
Astilbe chinensis var. pumila (Dwarf chinese astilbe) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Rock
Cultivation: Plant in moist or boggy situations, as this plant is not suitable for soils that dry out. Divide every three to four years to maintain vigour.
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Loamy |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Comment from
Nicola
Astilbe chinensis var. pumila (Dwarf chinese astilbe) has been used in The HESCO Garden by Leeds City Council for Chelsea Flower Show 2009.
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- Posted: Fri. 15th May 2009 09:18
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