Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Purple Candles'

Purple Candles Astilbe, Purpurkerze False Spirea

Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Purpurkerze'

Deciduous, Herbaceous Perennial

Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Purpurkerze' ... the name of this false spirea is a bit tricky to remember, but once you see it in bloom you'll be happy to make the effort. Purple flower spikes are a perfect way to add summertime bloom to woodland garden setting.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade, Filtered Sun, Morning Sun, Open Shade

Water Needs: Regular / Even

Description

Size: 24 - 40 tall x 18 - 24 wide
Shape / Form: Upright
Foliage Texture: Medium
Foliage Quality: Medium

Features: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Hummingbirds, Flowers

Foliage Color: Green
Leaf Shape: Dissected

Flower Color: Magenta / Deep Pink, Pink, Purple / Violet
Bloom Season: Jul, Jun, Summer
Flower Shape: Spike /Spire


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Beds and Borders, Cutting Garden, Mixed Border
Special Situations: Deer Resistant, Wet Soil Tolerant
Wildlife: Bees, Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Hummingbirds, Pollinators

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Late Spring / Early Summer, Late Summer / Early Fall
Position / Role: mid-plane filler, matrix / mingler
Plant Behavior: Re-seeds in some conditions
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: medium
Maintenance Tasks: Divide Plants to Rejuvenate

Suitable Substitutes

Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red' | Vision in Red Chinese Astilbe

Plant Combos