Astilbe japonica 'Delft Lace'
Delft Lace' Japanese Astilbe
Delft Lace' Japanese Astilbe
Exposure
- Sun
- Partial shade
- Shade
Rusticity
Bloom time
- July
- White tailed-deer resistant
- White-tailed deer resistant
- Dense foliage
- Attracts butterflies
- Abundant flowers
Brighten up the shady areas of your garden with Astilbe 'Delft Lace', an elegant and refined perennial that will bring a touch of romance to your flower beds.
Features:
- Blooming: In summer, magnificent plumes of feathery apricot-pink flowers rise above the foliage, creating an enchanting spectacle. The dark pink flower buds add a touch of depth and contrast.
- Foliage: Its finely cut, deep blue-green foliage is equally attractive. Young leaves often have bronze or reddish reflections, adding another dimension to its visual appeal.
- Habit: Astilbe 'Delft Lace' forms a dense and compact clump, reaching a height of 24 to 36 inches (60 to 90 cm). Its sturdy, upright flower stems give it an elegant and airy appearance.
Ideal Growing Conditions:
Exposure: Astilbe 'Delft Lace' prefers partial shade or shade, sheltered from direct sunlight which could scorch its foliage.
Soil: It appreciates soil rich in organic matter, cool and well-drained. Slightly acidic soil is ideal for its optimal development.
Watering: Keep the soil moist, especially during dry periods, as Astilbe 'Delft Lace' is a plant that loves moisture.
Additional Benefits:
- Long flowering period: Enjoy its beautiful flowers for several weeks in summer.
- Easy care: This perennial requires little maintenance, apart from regular watering and deadheading of faded flowers.
- Cold hardiness: Astilbe 'Delft Lace' is hardy and can withstand harsh winter temperatures.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Rounded
- Upright
Flowering colours:
- Pink
- Peach
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Water regularly the year of planting
- then when it is hot and dry
- because astilbe fears drought.
Maintenance:
- Easy. Cut short in the fall
Soil requirement:
- Astilbe loves humid places
- fresh to heavy and marshy soils
- but also accepts any good garden soil provided that it is not too dry in summer.
Features
Features
Resistance:
- White-tailed deer
- Diseases
Attract:
- Bees
- Butterflies
Use:
- Flowerbeds
- Borders
- Butterfly garden
- Shade garden
Attribute:
- Delicate foliage
- Feathery flowers
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