astilbe 'Walter Bitner'
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A clump-forming perennial to 75cm with shiny, mid-green, divided foliage. Dense, narrow plumes of pink flowers are produced in mid- to late summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- astilbe 'Walter Bitner' (Astilbe 'Walter Bitner')
- 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
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of astilbe 'Walter Bitner'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of astilbe 'Walter Bitner'
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astilbe 'Walter Bitner' care guide
- Keep soil consistently moist to wet, never allowing roots to dry
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to wet, never allowing roots to dry
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and early summer growth
Pruning
PruningCan cut back after flowering, or delay until spring as faded flower spikes can remain attractive in autumn and winter
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in late winter or early spring, pot divisions under glass and plant out in late spring
Growing
GrowingGrow 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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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to Powdery mildews and leaf scorch in hot sun
Pests
Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to vine weevil
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