About

Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red' PBR is a sturdy perennial that reaches a height of 55 cm. It features glossy, dark green foliage with a divided leaf structure. During mid to late summer, it produces narrow plumes of red flowers that can grow up to 18 cm in length.

About the genus

Astilbe are perennial plants with rhizomes, characterized by their dissected leaves that typically have a ternate structure. In summer, they produce upright panicles filled with small flowers in shades of white, pink, or purple. The dried flower heads persist into autumn, adding interest to the landscape.

Growing conditions

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Clay, Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained

Aspect

West-facing, East-facing, South-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Plant type

Bogs, Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens

Care notes

Cultivation

Grow in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil in full sun or, where soil is not likely to dry out in summer, grow in partial shade. Plants must be divided every three to four years to maintain vigour

Pruning

Cut back after flowering

Propagation

Propagate by division in late winter or early spring, pot divisions under glass and plant out in late spring

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

May be susceptible to powdery mildews