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Home » Retail Greenhouse » Live Plant Listings & Care Instructions » The Perennial Garden

The Perennial Garden

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ASTILBE 'CATTLEYA'

CAD $7.95


Typical Availability: May - July
Description: Eye-catching tufts of pink flowers held above a compact plant. Loves shade, but can tolerate some sun if soil is moist.

Latin Name: Astilbe x arendsii 'Cattleya'
Main Uses: Landscape

Zone Hardiness: Zone 3
Exposure: Shade to Part Shade
Ht: 90 - 150 cm
Flower Color: Pink
Flowering Time: July and August


ASTILBE 'CATTLEYA'

CAD $7.95

 Growing in Containers: Can be included in perennial planters, contributing a nice texture, solid foliage colour and vivid flowers.

Fertilizing (Containers): Plant in a well drained, composty mix. Fertilize monthly over the summer with a general purpose organic plant food.

Watering (Containers): Water deeply when soil feels dry to the touch.

Growing in Mixed Planters: Ideal for mixed perennial planters.

Fertilizing (Garden): Plant in a well amended garden bed. No additional fertilizing required.

Watering (Garden): Water deeply to establish. Water mature plants weekly during hot weather.

Beneficials Attracted to this Plant: Butterflies

Special Requirements for Cold Climate Gardeners: Thrives in a moist soil. Amend with compost (increases water holding in a healthy way) and mulch to reduce to reduce drying in hot summer weather.



ASTILBE 'CATTLEYA'

CAD $7.95

 Suitability for Indoors: Not suited for indoors.







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