Astilbe arendsii

Arends' Astilbe

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Hardy perennial rhizome forming clumps of fern-like foliage with plume flower spikes in summer, thrives in moist shade conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Arends' Astilbe
Family Saxifragaceae
Genus Astilbe
Species Arendsii
Variety Hybrid Group
Origin China / Asia
Blooming Summer flowers, often used for cut flowers
Leaf Color Dark green to bronze
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, humus-rich moist soil with peat moss or loam; requires consistent moisture retention.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist and never allow to dry out completely; high humidity tolerance required.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers deep shade to partial sun, avoid harsh afternoon light which scorches foliage.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release compost or balanced fertilizer in early spring before active growth begins.

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Pruning

Cut back dead foliage to ground level after first frost or in early spring before new shoots emerge.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
300 – 6000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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