'Dragon's Lair' Astilbe (Astilbe hybrid) | Proven Winners® New Variety 2027
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‘Dragon’s Lair’ forms a substantial mound of glossy black foliage with a crinkled, slightly ruffled texture that provides season-long interest. Upright spikes of rosy-red buds rise above the dark leaves, opening into soft blushing-pink flowers for a striking contrast. A dramatic yet refined Astilbe, it brings bold color and unique foliage to shaded garden spaces.
- 26 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide at maturity
- Hardy in zones 4-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- Plant in sun or shade
- Space plants 18-24 inches apart for best results
- Produces rosy red buds that open to blushing pink flowers during summer
- Maintains glossy, crinkly black foliage spring to fall
- Great for borders, containers, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass plantings
- Attracts bees and resists deer, rabbits
- Foliage interest
- Perennials shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; perennials shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom
Care: Astilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement--lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in sun. Increase watering as the foliage emerges and the plumes mature. If the soil dries out, the leaves will develop brown, crispy margins and will begin to drop. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before flowering starts. Wait to cut back the old foliage until spring; it will help protect the plant from winter damage. In the spring, if the crown has risen above soil level, gently press it back into the ground and apply some organic matter around the plant.
Shipping Info:
- Enjoy free shipping on orders over $175
- Size at shipping varies by season, plant, and trimming schedules
- Quart perennials are 5-8 in tall and 6 months to 1 year old at shipment
- Trade Gallon perennials are 6-14 in tall and about 1 year old at shipment
- 1 Gallon perennials are 6-24 in tall and about 1 year old at shipment
