Astilbe simpl. 'Pink Lightning' - P11

Description
The Entire-leaved astilbe 'Pink Lightning' (Astilbe simplicifolia) is a compact perennial that produces light pink-coloured flowers arranged in panicles from July to August. Its pinnate leaves are bronze in colour. In a semi-shady to shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 50 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide. The Entire-leaved astilbe 'Pink Lightning' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* Cut flower

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Entire-leaved astilbe 'Pink Lightning' are bronze, pinnate.

Frost hardiness
The Entire-leaved astilbe 'Pink Lightning' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Compact.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Entire-leaved astilbe 'Pink Lightning' sets beautiful accents together with: Garden funkia 'Captain Kirk', heart-leaved foamflower.

Care
This perennial should be cut back in autumn / late autumn when the plant begins to retract.

Flower
Astilbe simplicifolia 'Pink Lightning' forms panicles of light pink-coloured flowers from July.

Use
Pruning, woodland edge, undergrowth, herbaceous border