Visions Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Visions')
ah-STILL-bee chin-EN-sis 'Visions'
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Deciduous Perennial Compact, Upright, Clump-forming in the Saxifragaceae Family
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Delight in the beauty of Visions Astilbe, where raspberry pink plumes rise in a dense, pyramidal shape, exuding a sweet fragrance. This stunning perennial enchants the senses, making it a must-have for any garden!
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Astilbe chinensis 'Visions' is a striking perennial known for its vibrant pink flower plumes that bloom in mid to late summer. This cultivar grows to a height of about 12 to 18 inches and features finely textured, dark green foliage that enhances its ornamental appeal. 'Visions' thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens and shaded borders. Its robust nature and long-lasting blooms not only attract pollinators but also add a splash of color to any garden setting.
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Pros
- Thrive in part-to-full shade
- Make great cut flowers
- Come in a wide variety of colors and sizes
- Deer and rabbit resistant
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Cons
- Susceptible to powdery mildew (water the soil, not the foliage)
- Most will not thrive in full sun
- Need regular moisture to bloom well
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Plant Data |
Mature Size |
12 - 18 inches
tall. 12 - 18 inches
wide.
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Growth Rate |
Moderate |
Sun Exposure |
Partial Sun - Full Shade |
Moisture Tolerance |
May tolerate full sun in cooler areas with adequate moisture.
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Zones |
4a - 9b
(Usually hardy to -30° F)
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Tags |
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Colorful Foliage, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Extended Bloom Time, Fall Color, For a Shady Spot, Formal Garden, Fragrant Flowers, Full Shade, Good for Beginners, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Rain Garden, Good for Rock Garden, Low Maintenance, Medium, Most Popular, Native to Asia, Normal Soil, Partial Sun, Perennial, Rabbit Resistant, Shade Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Thrillers, Tolerant of Loamy Soil, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Wet Site Tolerant, Woodland Garden
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Bloom Period |
June - August
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Flower Color |
Raspberry Pink
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Foliage Color |
Bronze-Green
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Absolutely Easy Garden Recipes that include Visions Chinese Astilbe |
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Commonly Planted with...
Hosta, Ferns, Heuchera, Brunnera macrophylla, Ligularia, Tiarella, Pulmonaria, and Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra).
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Photos of This with...
Evening Fragrance Trumpet Flower,
Shrimp Plant
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