Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision Inferno’ PP26,012
Blooming Time
Exposure
‘Vision Inferno’ has a broad, upright habit and strong stems that carry masses of fluffy cotton candy-pink plumes. And, instead of fading to brown, the flowers mature to an attractive sour apple-green, extending the period of floral interest.
Details
Hardiness Zone:
Blossom Color:
White to Cream
Growth Habit:
Clump Forming
Max Height:
2½'
Texture:
Recommended Spacing:
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Special Characteristics
Features
Cotton candy pink blooms, instead of fading to brown, mature to a sour apple-green, extending the period of floral interest.
Landscape Value
Can be planted en masse to create a dramatic impression or amongst companions to create a manicured looking natural setting.
Care
Watering:
'Vision Inferno' Astilbe requires a fair amount of supplemental watering and often requires watering on a regular basis during the growing season.
Fertilizing:
'Vision Inferno' Astilbe is a moderate feeder, benefiting from a couple of annual applications of slow release fertilizer. A spring application of a 3-1-2 ratio (such as a 15-5-10) can be applied at a rate of about 10 pounds per 1000 square feet, and during early fall, an application of a 2-1-2 ratio (such as a 10-5-10) can be applied to encourage root development and cold hardiness.
Pruning:
'Vision Inferno' Astilbe is a deciduous plant (nonevergreen) and does not require pruning. It is perfectly acceptable to allow the dropped leaves to decompose and nourish the soil.