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Astilbe x arendsii 'Amethyst'
Also Known As
- Amethyst Astilbe
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-3'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Astilbe x arendsii 'Amethyst' plant details
Astilbe x arendsii 'Amethyst' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Astilbe x arendsii 'Amethyst'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: saxifragaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, panicles
GROWING CONDITIONS for Astilbe x arendsii 'Amethyst'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Astilbe x arendsii 'Amethyst'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - regular
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