Astilbe 'Red Sentinel' Astilbe 'Red Sentinel' (japonica hybrid)

ABOUT
'Red Sentinel' is a herbaceous perennial, up to 90cm high, with divided leaves which are tinged with dark red in spring before becoming dark green, and deep crimson flowers in loose spikes in early summer
Plant Info
Care
Common Problems
About this plant
Names
Family
Saxifragaceae
Synonyms
astilbe 'Red Sentinel'
Common names
Astilbe japonica 'Red Sentinel'
Characteristics
Foliage type
Deciduous
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
0.5-1 metres
Hardiness zones
H7
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pruning
No pruning required, but the dead stems may be cut to ground level in late winter
Soil
Loam, Sand, SoilClay
Suitable locations
Hardiness zone
Flower borders and beds Cottage & Informal Garden
Propogation
Propagate by division in spring
Pests
Generally pest free
Diseases
Generally disease free, but may be affected by powdery mildews and a leaf spot
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