Astilbe Mighty Chocolate Cherry Astilbe 'Chocolate Cherry' (PBR) (Mighty Series)

ABOUT
'Chocolate Cherry' is a tall rhizomatous clump-forming perennial with dark rich reddish brown burgundy to chocolate red divided ferny leaves, strong chocolate red flushed stems and cherry red flower spikes. These spikes produce hot pink flowers in midsummer which look good in flower arrangements.
About this plant
Names
Family
Saxifragaceae
Common names
Astilbe
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
1-1.5 metres
Spread
1-1.5 metres
Hardiness zones
H7
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pruning
Plumes flower once and gradually fade over several weeks. Remove spent flowers stalks to improve appearance or leave in place to dry for ornamental interest.
Soil
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Flower borders and beds Garden Edging Ground Cover City & Courtyard Gardens Cottage & Informal Garden Patio & Container Plants
Propogation
Propagate by division
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildew