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Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey'
Also Known As
- Milk and Honey Chinese Astilbe
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 15"-30"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey' plant details
Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: saxifragaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 15 IN - 30 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, panicles
GROWING CONDITIONS for Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Avant Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey'
Gardening facts about Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey' plant
How to Grow Astilbe chinensis 'Milk and Honey'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Size
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