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Favorite Astilbe

18 years ago

Hi all! I'm wondering what astilbes are your favorites? I have only one so far, A. chinensis 'Veronica Klose', a short, late summer bloomer, and I'm looking for more that are easy to grow in average soil (kept evenly moist). Combinations with other plants and any pictures you have would be extremely helpful. Thanks!

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tjsangel
18 years ago
I grew a new Astilbe this year, called 'Bridal Veil.' It was gorgeous! Taller than some, nice pure white, doesnt require tons of care. I also like Rheinland, in fact it's my favorite. It's a clear pink, perfect shade of pink, and blooms the earliest of my three. I dont have a name for my red one. Sorry, I dont have pics.

Jen
prairiegirlz5
Original Author
18 years ago
I will look for those two, thanks. :0)
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covella
18 years ago
2 favs - Red Sentinel
http://img.search.yahoo.com/search/images?ei=utf-8&fr=slv8-wave&p=astilbe%20Red%20Sentinel

and the dwarf A. chinensis Pumila

http://www.beautifulbotany.com/STOCK%20A-B/Astilbe%20chinensis%20'Pumila'.jpg

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