Goshen Plant Catalog

Botanical Name:	Astilbe arendsii 'Peach Blossom'
Category:	Shade Perennials
Height:	18" to 24"
Spread:	24-30" +
Exposure:	Part shade
Care:	Cut to ground in late fall or early spring before new growth emerges
Deer Resistant:	Y (Somewhat)
Description:	This selection is very similar to 'Fanal Astilbe', but Peach Blossom is a light peachy pink flowering selection with mid-green leaves. Astilbes produce bright plumes of flowers held above the foliage in early summer. They have ferny, finely dissected leaves and perform best in areas where they receive some light, either morning sun or filtered sun. Excess shade will reduce vigor and bloom. They also need adequate moisture and don't do well in very dry areas. In an appropriate location however, they are stellar performers and very reliable and showy stars with a long bloom time and clean foliage that looks great all season long.