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Purple Candles False Spirea

Astilbe Chinensis 'Purple Candles'

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Overview

Astilbe chinensis 'Purple Candles', a striking perennial, thrives in partial shade to full shade and moist conditions. Known for its dense, violet-purple plumes, it reaches up to 3 to 4 feet tall and spreads up to 2 feet wide. This hardy plant blooms mid to late summer, attracting pollinators while resisting deer. It adds vertical interest and rich color to shade gardens, borders, and waterside plantings. Hardy in zones 4 to 9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type Perennial
Purple Candles False Spirea (Astilbe Chinensis 'Purple Candles') — thrives in partial shade to full shade and moist conditions

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Saxifragaceae

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Purple Candles False Spirea (Astilbe Chinensis 'Purple Candles') — thrives in partial shade to full shade and moist conditions

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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