Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila'
Chinese False Spirea
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8
The chinensis species, with lavender- pink blooms, is more sun and drought tolerant than other Astilbes. This is a late to bloom variety. 'Pumila' is a naturally occurring dwarf form of chinensis. This has a creeping habit and is very floriferous.
Height
10-12 Inches
Spread
8 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Interesting Notes
Wonderful cut and dried flowers!
Bloom Time
July- August (late)
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Requires constant moisture to perform at best.
Makes an excellent groundcover, as it spreads faster than other chinensis and can tolerate drier soils, but not dry.
Makes an excellent groundcover, as it spreads faster than other chinensis and can tolerate drier soils, but not dry.
When to Divide
early spring or fall, divide every 3 years to retain vigor
Good Companions
Lungwort (Pulmonaria longifolia), Maiden Hair Fern (Adiantum pedatum), Spotted Dead Nettle (Lamium maculatum), Strawberry Foxglove (Digitalis mertonensis)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Ground Cover |
| • | Crafts |
| • | Dried Flowers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
| • | Rabbit Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Partial Shade |
| • | Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist |
