astilbe 'Washington'

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A clump-forming perennial to 75cm with shiny, dark green, divided foliage. Dense, spreading plumes of white flowers are produced in mid- to late summer

Scientific classification

Species: astilbe 'Washington' (Astilbe 'Washington')
Genus: Astilbe
Family: Saxifragaceae

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Toxicity: Bogs · Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of astilbe 'Washington'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of astilbe 'Washington'

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astilbe 'Washington' care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

Pruning

Can cut back after flowering, or delay until spring as faded flower spikes can remain attractive in autumn and winter

Propagation

Propagate by division in late winter or early spring, pot divisions under glass and plant out in late spring

Growing

Grow in moist but well-drained or boggy soil in dappled shade, or in indirect sun where the soil remains moisture-retentive in summer. Drought intolerant, may be damaged in hot sun. Good for waterside planting. See Astilbe cultivation

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