Astilbe Dark Side of the Moon

Name: Astilbe Dark Side of the Moon
Brand: K.VAN BOURGONDIEN AND SONS
SKU: 88543
Price: 45.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Introducing the only dark-leafed astilbe with purple flowers known on the market today! Dark Side of the Moon charms gardeners and homeowners with its boldly hued, feathery flowers and unique dark foliage. Leaves emerge yellow with an eye-catching dark margin, but age to a glossy, deep chocolate brown. Not to be outdone, the fluffy flower plumes show dazzling shades of rich purple in late summer. Outstanding in any shade garden or container, this late bloomer attracts plenty of attention. Shows some drought tolerance.

Hardiness Zones 4-9
Mature Height 20 - 22 inches
Bloom Time Late summer (August)
Light Requirements Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
Ship AsNO.1
Deer Resistant
Cut Flower
Container Friendly
Attracts Pollinators

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Botanical Name: Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' PPAF CPBRAF

Availability: In Stock

SKU: #88543

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Restricted States US:
AE AK GU HI PR VI
Botanical Name:
Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' PPAF CPBRAF
Size:
NO.1
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Bouquets, Container Gardening, Cut Flowers, Dried Flowers, Perennializing, Showy Flowers, Shade Garden, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator

Flower Color:
Purple
Flower Form:
Each plum consists hunders of tiny flowers
Foliage Type:
Divided near-black shades foliage
Mature Spread:
24 - 28 inches
Spacing:
24 - 28 inches

Growing Tips

Planting Instructions:
Top of plant should be just below soil level and 24-28" apart
Soil Moisture:
Well drained
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Pruning Instructions:
Not needed

Winter Care:
Mulch +/- 2"
Planting Depth:
Top of plant should be just below soil level.
Watering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not over water.
Fertilization Requirements:
Once per year
Special Care:
Before planting soak in water for 30 minutes

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Shipping Information

K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.

We take advance reservations, and then just as soon as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.

We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules.

Spring 2023 Shipping Schedule

Bulbs and Bareroot
Zones	First Ship Date	Last Order Date
3A-4B	May 1, 2023	May 29, 2023
5A	April 10, 2023	May 29, 2023
5B	March 27, 2023	May 29, 2023
6A	March 13, 2023	May 29, 2023
6B	February 27, 2023	May 29, 2023
7A	February 23, 2023	May 29, 2023
7B	February 20, 2023	May 29, 2023
8A	February 16, 2023	May 8, 2023
8B	February 13, 2023	May 8, 2023
9A-10B	February 6, 2023	May 8, 2023

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