Astilbe 'Superba' Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Superba'

astilbe 'Superba'

ABOUT

'Superba' is a vigorous herbaceous perennial to 1.2m, with divided leaves and erect, narrow, dense spikes of rosy-mauve flowers

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About this plant

  • memoNames

    • Family

      Saxifragaceae

    • Synonyms

      astilbe 'Superba'

    • Common names

      Astilbe 'Superba'

  • infoCharacteristics

    • Foliage type

      Deciduous

    • Height

      1-1.5 metres

    • Spread

      0.1-0.5 metres

    • Hardiness zones

      H7

  • sunLight

    Full Sun, Partial Shade

  • scissorsPruning

    Cut back after flowering

  • bambooSoil

    SoilLoam

  • pinSuitable locations

    • Hardiness zone

      Flower borders and beds Cottage & Informal Garden

  • sproutPropogation

    • Propagate by division in late winter or early spring, pot divisions under glass and plant out in late spring.

  • insectPests

    Generally pest free

  • microbeDiseases

    Powdery mildews may be troublesome