Color Flash - Astilbe Bulbs
Shipping Zones 7-9; Pre-Order Zones 2-6
Description
Our Color Flash astilbe is such a treat! Its bright green foliage changes over time, from burgundy to purple and green, then gold and orange. The tall pink blossoms shoot up from the base of foliage on tall stems. Pollinators love them, but luckily the deer do not. Give this perennial a go and be rewarded with its colorful gifts.
Facts
- Name:
- Astilbe Roots - Color Flash
- Botanical Name:
- Astilbe arendsii
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Bulb/Tuber/Root Size:
- 2-3 Eyes
- Light Requirement:
- Partial Sun
- Planting Season:
- Spring
- Color:
- Mixed
- Blooms:
- Summer, Late Summer
- Plant Height:
- 32-40 inches tall, 18-24 inches wide
- Plant Spacing:
- 18 to 24 inches
- Plant Depth:
- Top of the root should be 1 inches below the soil line
- Hardiness Zones:
- 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- Ships:
- Spring
- Name:
- Astilbe Roots - Color Flash
- Botanical Name:
- Astilbe arendsii
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Bulb/Tuber/Root Size:
- 2-3 Eyes
- Light Requirement:
- Partial Sun
- Planting Season:
- Spring
- Color:
- Mixed
- Blooms:
- Summer, Late Summer
- Plant Height:
- 32-40 inches tall, 18-24 inches wide
- Plant Spacing:
- 18 to 24 inches
- Plant Depth:
- Top of the root should be 1 inches below the soil line
- Hardiness Zones:
- 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- Ships:
- Spring
Astilbes are a beautiful addition to almost any area. Also called False Goat's Beard or Meadowsweet, there are over 25 different varieties of Astilbe, each with a different colors and characteristics. With the right conditions and some occasional water, Astilbes will thrive and provide a unique look to your planting area.
When to Plant:
Plant Astilbe roots in the Spring.
Where to Plant your Astilbe Roots:
Plant Astilbes in a location protected from full sun - Astilbes can't survive the heat of the full sun. Astilbes thrive in shady areas that other plants can't handle. Make sure that the soil in that area is humus-rich and well-draining. If you want to amend your soil, you can add perlite, coarse sand or peat moss to increase draining qualities.
How to Plant your Astilbe Roots:
Dig a hole about twice as wide as the roots and around 4-6 inches deep so the top of the roots are about 1 inch below the soil line.
How to Care for your Astilbe Roots:
Make sure that your growing Astilbes get enough water - we recommend that instead of watering a little bit every day, water your Astilbes deeply when the soil looks dry. After about 4 years, divide and replant your roots as to not over-crowd your plants.
Shipping Season: Spring
Pre-ordered Astilbe Bulbs are shipped at the proper planting time for your zone. Enter your USDA ZIP code above the map to find your zone.
Due to time in transit, your Astilbe bulbs may have some moisture in the bag. This is normal and should not affect the viability.
Zones 9-12: Shipping Begins in Late February to Early March
Zone 8: Shipping Begins in Early to Mid March
Zone 7: Shipping Begins in Mid to Late March
Zone 6: Shipping Begins in Early April
Zone 5: Shipping Begins in Late April
Zone 2-4: Shipping Begins in Late April to Early May
In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted.
All orders will receive an email confirmation of shipping once they leave our warehouse. This confirmation will include a tracking number which will confirm the method of shipment and provide an estimated date of delivery.
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