waterside astilbe
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Clump-forming perennial to 1.8m tall, forming a bold clump of handsome, divided green foliage tinted bronze, with greenish-white flowers borne in large arching sprays in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- waterside astilbe (Astilbe rivularis)
- Genus
- Astilbe
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
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- Toxicity
- Bogs · Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 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 waterside astilbe
Distribution map
Asia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of waterside astilbe
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waterside astilbe care guide
- Keep soil consistently moist to wet, never allowing roots to dry
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist to wet, never allowing roots to dry
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight balanced feed in spring and early summer growth
Pruning
PruningCut down all stems and leaves before the new spring growth emerges
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division in late winter or early spring, pot divisions under glass and plant out in late spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist 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
Powdery mildews may be troublesome
Pests
Generally pest-free, but may be susceptible to vine weevil
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