Dark Side of the Moon florist's spiraea
Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to full shade
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size21 to 24 inches tall2 to 2.5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Violet-pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Dark Side of the Moon' florist's spiraea (Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, and shade gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun to full shade and average to wet, loamy soil. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. It bears violet-pink blooms and attracts butterflies. It grows 21 to 24 inches tall and spreads 24 to 30 inches.
Pairs well with Stained Glass hosta, Paris coral bells, and Cinnamon fern.