It's brand new for me too -- hope to plant one this spring, probably in dappled shade.

If the Astilbe is doing well in that one spot, it can't be that dry. ;)

I am in zone 8 (South Carolina), have had it for 2 years in dry dappled shade that can get pretty hot in the summer. No slugs (too dry) or deer (it's 3 feet from the house). Great little plant. Unfortunately I am the only one who can see it since I planted a mislabeled Tiny Tim euphorbia on one side of it and crimson curls heuchera on the other. The euphorbia is huge and totally overshadows it unless I pull the flowers forward to see if it is still there (which I actually do). Great foliage colors.

cpg,

The Astilbes are established and we live close to the Atlantic so we don't get really hot for long in the summer. Nice and cool helps them I find. If it gets too dry I sometimes will water.

Thanks for the warning about slugs and deers brpinson. I have both so I will change the site to a bit closer to the house and get armed and ready for the slugs. :O)

It is a nice plant foliage wise!!

Where can I buy these ?
I live in Toronto.

Thanks

hi there tiff! you have just reminded me to go look for this plant which I absolutely passionately adored and planted last yr. Haven't gone to check on it this year. will do and report back. LOVE that foliage.
best,
mindy

I planted one last year. It is coming up nicely so far. I will try to post a pic shortly.

I just picked up two of these at the nursery the other day.

I too am unsure where to place it re its sun requirements. Now that many of you have experience with it...how much shade can it take?