Chinese Astilbe 'Purple Candles', False Spirea 'Purple Candles', False Goat's Beard 'Purple Candles', Astilbe 'Purple Candles', Astilbe chinensis 'Purpurkerze'
This rugged and beautiful Astilbe is our talles variety at 40" or so, blooming mid-to-late summer when drought tolerance becomes an asset. The dense lavender-purple spikes may look best toward the back of the partly shaded border rising above the bronze-green foliage. By mixing different varieties, Astilbes can effectively brighten the sahde of the garden for three months.
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone | 4-9 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer |
| Height | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spread | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spacing | 18"-24" (in) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Semi-Evergreen, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Dried Arrangements, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens |
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Astilbe chinensis 'Purple Candles' (Chinese Astilbe)
Chinese Astilbe 'Purple Candles', False Spirea 'Purple Candles', False Goat's Beard 'Purple Candles', Astilbe 'Purple Candles', Astilbe chinensis 'Purpurkerze'
This rugged and beautiful Astilbe is our talles variety at 40" or so, blooming mid-to-late summer when drought tolerance becomes an asset. The dense lavender-purple spikes may look best toward the back of the partly shaded border rising above the bronze-green foliage. By mixing different varieties, Astilbes can effectively brighten the sahde of the garden for three months. |
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