Astilbe chinensis 'Dark Side of the Moon
'Dark Side of the Moon' is a unique Astilbe with dark foliage and purple flowers that bloom in late summer.
Description:
'Dark Side of the Moon' is a unique, dark leaved, later blooming Astilbe. The leaves first emerge yellow with a dark margin and glossy sheen maturing to a dark chocolate brown. Late summer sees dark, narrow panicles rise well above its foliage displaying bright red buds opening to rosy purple flowers. It has a mounding growth habit up to 22 inches tall with a bit wider spread. Group in flower beds or use in mixed containers where the cool foliage will offer multiple seasons of interest. Needs even moisture especially in hot weather. Attracts bees. Deer and rabbit resistant.
Common Name: False Spiraea
Family: Saxifragaceae (The Saxifrage Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade, Part Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour: Pink
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Late Summer
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Damp woods and along shady streams
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Asia - China and Japan
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