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Astilbe japonica 'Delft Lace'

Delft Lace' Japanese Astilbe

Delft Lace' Japanese Astilbe

Format

Exposure

  • Sun
  • Partial shade
  • Shade

Rusticity

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

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

Spacing
12 - 20 in.
Spread
12 - 23 in.
Height
12 - 23 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Rounded
  • Upright

Flowering colours:

  • Pink
  • Peach

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

Resistance:

  • White-tailed deer
  • Diseases

Attract:

  • Bees
  • Butterflies

Use:

  • Flowerbeds
  • Borders
  • Butterfly garden
  • Shade garden

Attribute:

  • Delicate foliage
  • Feathery flowers

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