When To Plant Astilbe

When to plant astilbe? Astilbes are versatile perennial flowers blooming from early summer to the fall...

Quick Facts About Astilbe

-They are hardy plants, easy-to-grow, and strong perennials. -Astilbe requires damp soil in shade or sun. -They flower starting July to October...

Astilbe is best planted in spring or fall.  Avoid planting it in the summer due to the hot weather that tends to dry it out.  If you must plant in the summer, keep the plant well-watered until you begin to see new growth emerging...

When To Plant Astilbe

Astilbes grow well in moist, well-drained soils with slightly low moisture.  Do not grow these flowers on waterlogged soils.  Amend clay soil or soils that don’t drain well with peat moss, perlite, and coarse sand to improve drainage...

Where To Plant Astilbe

How To Grow Astilbe

1. Location 2. Soil 3. Planting Clumps 4. Watering 5. Fertilizing

Every 3 to 4 years, it’s time to divide your plant’s roots.  Dividing prevents them from becoming overcrowded. When Astilbe plants become overcrowded, they stop growing and do not flower well...

How To Divide Astilbe

When To Plant Astilbe

Astilbes are beautiful flowers to add to your flower collections and enjoy their pink, red, white, or burgundy colored blooms...

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