ASTILBE chinensis ‘Dark Side of the Moon’
Astilbe
This new hybrid has rich chocolate-brown leaves that emerge yellow but transition with age. Complimentary dark stems hold up raspberry buds that pop with rosy purple flowers in late summer. Attracts hummingbirds and bees. Deer/rabbit resistant. Adaptable to a range of light conditions, but flowers best with more sun.
- Type
- Perennial
- Size
- 20-22 inches
- Light Requirement
- Sun/Part Shade/Shade
- Zone
- 4
Photo courtesy Pride’s Corner.