Astilbe japonica ‘Red Sentinel’ False Spirea
Beautiful in the shady garden
Vibrant red flowers and stems
Long bloom time
Colorful foliage
Vibrant scarlet-red plumes of Astilbe Red Sentinel sway above lacy medium forest green foliage. The mahoghany-red stems make a nice complement to the plume color. Airy plumes in summer move with the slightest breeze.
Astilbe are mainstays of shade and woodland gardens. They combine well with other moisture loving plants like Brunnera, Ligularia, Lobelia and Hosta.
Details
| Type: | Perennials |
|---|---|
| Height: | Medium 24″ |
| Spacing: | Plant 18″ apart |
| Bloom Time: | Late Spring to Early Summer |
| Sun-Shade: | Half Sun / Half Shade to Full Shade |
| Zones: | 4-8 Find Your Zone |
| Soil Condition: | Normal, Clay, Acidic |
| Flower: | Red |
| Accent: | Red |
Astilbe General Information
Astilbe lend a refined grace to perennial borders. Perfect for the shade garden along with Hostas and Ferns. Lush deeply cut foliage is attractive for the entire season and is colored from green to bronze. Effective anywhere with rich moist soil and partial shade.
Astilbe Plant Care
Low care. Needs moisture during dry spells. Dried heads can be left standing if desired or cut down at anytime. Can be divided every 3-5 years in early spring. Cut through woody crowns to separate eyes to form additional plants. Add fertilizer or compost if desired when planting or moving and in late fall to winter.





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