Product Description

Overview
Astilbe Red is a gorgeous perennial that adds dramatic color and texture to gardens with its tall, feathery crimson plumes. Ideal for shaded areas and moisture-rich soils, these flowers bloom beautifully through the warm seasons, bringing life and vibrancy to borders, walkways, and garden beds.

Key Features

• Produces vibrant red, feathery flower spikes.

• Perfect for shaded or partially shaded areas.

• Non-GMO and suitable for ornamental gardening.

• Long-lasting blooms that attract butterflies.

• Excellent choice for borders, containers, or landscape edges.

Specifications

• Common Name: Red Astilbe
• Scientific Name: Astilbe chinensis
• Plant Type: Perennial Flower
• Flower Color: Deep Red
• Blooming Season: Late Spring to Summer
• Height: 18–36 inches
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
• Sunlight Requirement: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Soil Type: Moist, rich, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0
• Germination Time: 21–35 days
• Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
• Hardiness Zones: 4–9 (USDA)
• Non-GMO / Organic: Non-GMO
• Maintenance Level: Low to Moderate

Planting & Growing Guide

• Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.
• Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed-starting soil — do not cover deeply.
• Keep the tray in a cool, shaded area with consistent moisture.
• Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them outdoors in partial shade.
• Maintain soil moisture throughout the growing season for lush blooms.
• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.