Maggie Daley Chinese astilbe
Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun or partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Soil types
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Maggie Daley' Chinese astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') is a perennial for borders, containers, and low maintenance plantings. 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 blooms from early to late summer and draws butterflies and bees. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Plants reach 24 to 36 inches tall.
Pairs well with Columbine, Lady of the snows, and Buffalo grass.