Astilbe-If you have ever seen or planted an astilbe it love at first sight. These beautiful perennial have bright plumes that look like ostrich feather rising from a fernlike foliage. They come in shades of red, pinks, whites and corrals. They like super rich soil, moist at all times, with lots of organic matter. Astilbe's do not grow well in dry ordinary soil. They grow best in semi-shade, with heights of 12-48 inches. They can be planted in spring or fall.
Astilbe's look great when planted with other perennials, like hosta. Also in front of a wooded or an area that has lots of shrubs.
Astilbe's look great when planted with other perennials, like hosta. Also in front of a wooded or an area that has lots of shrubs.