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The Astilbe ‘Visions’, Astilbe chinensis, is a colorful feathery flower with raspberry blooms and lacy blue-green foliage.  The flowers contrast wonderfully with the glossy foliage. Astilbe ‘Visions’ blooms in midsummer and is 15” tall and has a plant width of 12-18”.  It is more sun tolerant, but is most successfully grown in a shady area. Do not allow Astilbe ‘Visions’ to dry out since it prefers moist, humusy, organically rich soils.  It is most successfully grown in a shady area, but can tolerate some morning sun. A moist, well-drained area is a key feature for growing a healthy plant.  In order to keep Astilbe looking good for the next year, do not cut it back in the winter, (the old foliage helps protect the plant from winter damage), but prune in early spring. Astilbe is considered to be deer resistant and will attract hummingbirds. ‘Visions’ Astilbe can be used as cut flowers to make grand bouquets.  Astilbe is considered to be deer resistant and will attract hummingbirds. Plant this showy perennial for beautiful summer color in shady areas.  You will be delighted to see how this plant forms a graceful perennial border, or add to shade gardens with hostas and ferns! * Showy * Lacy Foliage * Deer resistant


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