Darwin astilbe
Astilbe rosea 'Darwin'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Deep pink
- Soil types
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
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Notes
'Darwin' astilbe (Astilbe rosea 'Darwin') is a perennial for borders, containers, and ground cover. 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 moist, loamy soil. It bears deep pink blooms from early to late summer. Butterflies and bees visit the flowers. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Patriot hosta, Cinnamon fern, and Jacob’s ladder.