Astilbe Catherine
Deneuve
"Astilbe" or "False
Spirea"
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BENEFITS
A star performer, attracting all to see its fluffy
plumes of glowing rose pink. Named for the eminent
French actress.
BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
Glowing rose-pink flowers in summer atop dark green
foliage. Handsome mounded clumps. An Astilbe xarendsii
hybrid.
LOCATION
Partial shade to shade. USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to
8 ; AHS Heat Zones 8 to 2. See our Growing
Zones page to reference growing zones in your
area.
USE
Place in front or middle of borders and island beds.
Nice placed between shrubs or other perennials.
Superb cut flower.
SIZE
24" tall by 24" wide. Use 4 plants per
square yard.
CULTURE
Prefers rich moist soils that do not dry out. Keep
well-watered. Apply fertilizer in spring and midsummer.
Spent flower heads can be removed if desired or
allowed to remain for late season interest. Divide
overgrown clumps in spring or fall. Also
see our
General Planting
Tips for more information.
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