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Purple Candles Astilbe

Astilbe chinensis ‘Purple Candles’

Picture of Purple Candles Astilbe

Almost no perennial can rival the floral affect of an astible in bloom. But even the foliage is attractive and can provide a textural contrast to hosta in a shade garden. This variety is much taller than most other astible and has very nice purple flowers.

Light Requirement: Partial Sun to Shade
Cold Hardiness: Zone 4
Height: 3.5 to 4
Spread: 2 to 2
Flower: Purple. Mid summer.
Foliage: Coarse textured, dark green.
Form: Upright.