Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Purple Lance' (Purple Lance Astilbe)


Botanical Information

FamilySaxifragaceae
GenusAstilbe
Specieschinensis
Varietytaquetii
Cultivar'Purple Lance'
CategoryPerennials
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4a-8b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height90-180 cm
Spread30-60 cm
Flowering PeriodJune, July

Description and Growing Information

ID CharacteristicIt has lance-shaped rather than tufted flower clusters. These narrow clusters are considerably narrower and longer than other astilbes as well. The flower colour is unique too, and the reddish stems accentuate that feature.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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