#1 Astilbe Visions in Red

Latin Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Red' Height: 14 - 16 inches Spread: 12 - 15 inches Sunlight: Part Sun; Part Shade; Full Shade Bloom Time: June to July Hardiness Zone: 4-8 Description: Visions in Red Astilbe features deep red buds that open to a pinkish-red in midsummer on red flower stems. These arise above bronze-green foliage and often used cut floral decor. Alternatively, they can be left on the stems to produce seed heads, serving as interest in fall and winter. Astilbes are great in the shady border, often used in large masses. They do not care for dry soils. Attracts: Bees Other Names: Chinese False Goat's Beard; Tall False-Buck's-Beard; Perennial Spirea; False Spirea