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Astilbe arendsii Erika

Astilbe x arendsii Erika
Arendsii Astilbe, False Goat's Beard, False Spirea

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Received a plan, for now it still appears to be in hibernation, no sign of vegetation yet. To be continued in a few times.

Matthieu, 12/03/2022

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Beautiful perennial with pale pink feathery panicles, a marvel for moist partial shade.
Flower size
60 cm
Height at maturity
80 cm
Spread at maturity
70 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil, Damp soil
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Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Astilbes develop paniculate plumes, composed of tiny flowers in shades of pink and lilac. In early summer, the inflorescences dry out to shades of brown and remain attractive throughout the winter.

Plant them in a moist and shady border along with other perennials. They prefer to be in a woodland area or by the water's edge.

Create dried bouquets. In a vase, the fresh flowers are stunning, but they quickly wilt.

 

 

 

 

Astilbe arendsii Erika in pictures

Astilbe arendsii Erika (Flowering) Flowering
Astilbe arendsii Erika (Foliage) Foliage
Astilbe arendsii Erika (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time July to August
Flower size 60 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 80 cm
Spread at maturity 70 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Astilbe

Species

x arendsii

Cultivar

Erika

Family

Saxifragaceae

Other common names

Arendsii Astilbe, False Goat's Beard, False Spirea

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting and care

To plant, dig your soil well to a depth of 20 cubic cm, and place a base fertiliser at the bottom of the planting hole. Remove your plant from its pot and position, covering the top of the root ball with 3 cm (1in) of soil, backfill and water generously to remove any air pockets. In dry weather, water regularly for a few weeks to facilitate rooting. Astilbes thrive in a marshy area in a sunny or semi-shaded location. They do not tolerate chalky soil that dries out in summer. Spring frosts can damage the flowers and young leaves.

Planting period

Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 4 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Damp soil, rich, humus-bearing and clayey

Care

Pruning instructions Prune faded flowers to promote better foliage development. The flowering stems can be left in place if you want to decorate the garden during winter, simply remove them the following spring by cutting back to 10 cm (4in).
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to April
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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