Astilba Weiss Gloria and Gloria Purpurea. Astilba Arendsa - a herbaceous plant for open ground, a variety of varieties and photos of all types Astilba species and the founders of its cultivars

Under natural growing conditions, there are over 40 types of astilba . No more than 10 varieties are grown on personal plots. There are more than 350 varieties of plants in the collections of gardeners. Consider the most popular types and varieties of astilba.

plant description

astilba(lat. Astilbe) is a perennial herbaceous plant, belongs to the Saxifrage family. The Scottish botanist Lord Hamilton gave the plant such a sonorous name, which means “without shine”, that is, astilbe foliage is dull, dull, devoid of gloss.

Under natural growing conditions, representatives of the Saxifrage family can be found on the Japanese Islands, in North America, East Asia. Wild species prefer high humidity, so they grow along river banks, in broad-leaved forests. The plant came to us from Japan at the end of the 18th century or in early XIX. It was brought by von Siebold and Karl Thunberg, hunters of outlandish exotic plants. Since then, astilba has become a popular representative of shady gardens.

The aerial part of the perennial plant dies off for the winter. Depending on the species, the height of the flower varies from 10 cm to 2 m. Reddish-green or dark green foliage may be simple, double or triple pinnate, with noticeable serrations along the edges.

The astilba rhizome is interestingly arranged. Every year a new growth appears on it, that is, new buds form annually in the upper part of the rhizome, and its lower part gradually dies off over time. This leads to the fact that you have to constantly pour the earth under the plant, as the rhizome looks out from under the ground.

Such a moment brings a lot of trouble to gardeners, since over time a mound of considerable size is poured over the soil surface. However, this inconvenient feature does not stop growers from replenishing the collection with new varieties, photos of which can be seen in the article and get acquainted with the most common astilbes.

Astilbe blooms with apical inflorescences, consisting of openwork snow-white, pink, carmine, purple and red star flowers. Different species differ in the time period of flowering. Some varieties bloom as early as June, others delight the eye with pyramidal, rhombic or paniculate inflorescences in July, and still others in August. Astilba species with drooping inflorescences look interesting.

Astilbe classification

In stores, you can often find 5 hybrid varieties of astilba: Arends, Thunberg, Lemoine, Japanese and Chinese. Whole-leaved or simple-leaved astilbes are not inferior in popularity.

Astilbe Arends (Astilbe arendsii)

The group included variety of varieties, which are obtained by crossing astilbe David, Thunberg, Japanese and Chinese. All plants are medium-sized and have an extensive palette of colors: from light pink to deep purple.

Astilbe Arends "Etna" (Astilbe arendsii "Etna")

Unpretentious variety, grows well both in partial shade and under bright sun. The leaves are colored dark green. Inflorescences are bright red, collected in panicles. The flowers are very small, without a pronounced aroma, bloom in late July or early August. The fragrance lasts for a month.

Adult specimens do not exceed 60-80 cm in height. The variety is considered winter-hardy, the rhizomes do not freeze even at low temperatures.

Variety benefits:

long flowering;

does not need shelter for the winter;

saturated shades of flowers;

responds well to any feeding.

Prefers light and fertile soil enriched nutrients.Needs frequent watering, but does not tolerate an excess of moisture. If the "legs" of the astilba are constantly in moist soil, the possibility of rotting of the root system is not ruled out.

Astilba Etna can be grown in a flower bed, in flower beds, used for container gardening and border decoration.

Astilbe Arends "Sister Theresa" (Astilbe arendsii "Sister Theresa")

Astilba leaves at the beginning of the vegetative period are painted in a light green color, with time they acquire a lighter shade. The plant belongs to undersized, the height of the bush does not exceed 40-45 cm.

During flowering, the bushes are covered with wide diamond-shaped inflorescences. The flowers are delicate, pinkish-creamy in color, thinning out a light pleasant aroma.

The variety prefers partial shade. If grown outdoors, frequent watering is recommended. Before planting in the soil, it is desirable to apply organic fertilizers. Since the plant is considered moisture-loving, it is recommended to plant near artificial reservoirs.

Astilba Arends "Amethyst" (Astilbe arendsii "Amethyst")

Thanks to the luxurious flowering of purple-amethyst inflorescences-panicles and decorative foliage variety has gained particular popularity among gardeners. An adult specimen reaches 1 m in height, the bush grows 50-80 cm wide. blooms in July, characterized by lush and long flowering. The plant responds well to high groundwater levels.

Advantages of the variety "Amethyst":

good resistance to frost;

fast growth;

the ability to reproduce independently;

high decorativeness throughout the growing season;

abundant and long flowering;

resistance to pests and diseases.

Does not require frequent transplants. In the same place can be grown for 15 years.

In landscape design it is used in solitary plantings, in combination with decorative and coniferous plants. Can decorate coastal zone pond or mixborder background.

Astilbe "Weisse Gloria" (Astilbe "Weisse Gloria")

A perennial plant with a bush width of 45 cm and a height of 65 cm, it is recommended to grow in a shady garden, as the flowering time is significantly reduced in an open area. Astilba Weiss Gloria is an unpretentious flowering representative of Arends hybrids.

astilbe leaves change colors during the growing season. In early spring they are painted light green. Over time, they acquire a rich color with a brownish tint. Color variation is observed along the very edge of the leaf plate.

The inflorescence is dense, similar to a rhombus, painted in White color with a yellowish tint. The diameter of the inflorescence is 12 cm, and it reaches a length of 20 cm. Flowering continues for 3 weeks: it starts in mid-July and ends in early August. Under bad weather conditions, the beginning of flowering may move to the beginning of August.

Thanks to the beautiful carved and openwork foliage, astilbe is combined with almost all ornamental and flowering plants in the garden.

Landscape designers use the variety to create compositions in combination with such garden plants as bergenia, irises, fern, hosta. Against the background of geyhera, astilbe Weiss Gloria looks advantageous and contrasts with its openwork foliage. Can be planted in the vicinity of coniferous plants.

Astilba Arends "Gloria Purpurea" (Astilbe arendsii "Gloria Purpurea")

Medium-sized garden plant with a bush height of up to 65 cm. The foliage is dense, deeply dissected. At the beginning of the growing season, the leaf plates are painted dark red. In the process of development, they become green.

Panicles-inflorescences with small flowers pink or purple.

Flowering begins in mid-July and continues until mid-August. It is recommended to make regular top dressing. Thus, the plant will receive enough useful substances and will please with abundant flowering.

Variety is winter hardy, therefore, does not require shelter for the winter. Recommended for cultivation in the Moscow region.

Astilba Arends "Cappuccino" (Astilbe arendsii "Cappuccino")

New in the selection! Thanks to painstaking efforts, interesting variety: above the openwork foliage, tightly adjacent to the chocolate-colored stems, a cap of white, dense inflorescences rises. The leaf plates are very dark, sometimes even turning brown. Against the background of such dark foliage, white inflorescences stand out beautifully.

Asilba Cappuccino prefers partial shade, growing in open areas is not recommended. The variety has very delicate foliage, so when exposed to direct sunlight, it curls and can dry out. In doing so, it loses decorative look shrub.

A thick shade also has a bad effect on the plant. In this case, there is scant flowering or it is completely absent. To prolong flowering, it is necessary to feed the plant in a timely manner, we must not forget with watering, otherwise the plant will begin to lag behind in growth.

Astilbe white "Deutschland" (Astilbe white "Deutschland")

Astilbe Arends "Deutschland" blooms in early July. This variety is recommended for the Moscow region. Breeding work during the breeding of the variety was aimed at increasing winter hardiness, so the plant does not need shelter for the winter.

An adult bush, together with fragrant inflorescences, reaches 60 cm in height. Above the shiny dark green foliage, a hat of snow-white flowers blooms. Prefers to grow in a semi-shady place, flowering quickly stops in the sun.

To create a beautiful hedge of astilbe beauties, the planting pattern should be as follows: it is recommended to leave a distance of 30 cm between plants. Care consists in timely watering, loosening the soil and weeding from weeds.

Astilbe Thunberg

The group included beautiful varieties that are distinguished by their loose, drooping inflorescences with pink, carmine, lilac, lavender, red, white flowers.

Astilba Thunberg "Straussenfeder" (Astilbe thunbergii "Straussenfeder")

perennial tall plant with a height of a bush up to 70-80 cm, does not require support. The lush form of astilbe is due to openwork, large foliage. It blooms with drooping paniculate inflorescences in July-August. Flowers are coral pink.

Variety benefits:

resistant to diseases and pests;

does not require shelter for the winter;

has a long flowering;

when fertilizing thanks to the rich colors of flowers;

inflorescences retain their decorative effect even when dry.

It is better to grow in partial shade, if a sunny place is chosen, regular watering is necessary. It grows well on fertile and loose loams with an acidic reaction. It can also be grown on peaty soils.

Astilbe japonica

Bushes of the Japanese variety reach a height of 45-80 cm and belong to the group of medium-sized plants. Many varieties are undersized. It blooms in rhombic inflorescences located in a strictly vertical direction. The color palette ranges from soft to rich tones. You can find varieties with snow-white, pink, dark red, pale pink flowers. The wild species blooms with white flowers.

Astilbe Japanese "Rhineland" (Astilbe japonica "Rheinland")

Perennial plant with well developed root system. Adult specimens are sprawling bushes up to 75 cm high. The dark green foliage is devoid of luster, twice pinnate, attached to the stem with reddish petioles. It is this color of the petioles that makes the plant decorative.

Variety benefits:

popular variety among gardeners;

decorative bush, regardless of whether the plant blooms or not;

frost resistance;

low susceptibility to diseases and pests.

The inflorescences are dense, have a rhombic shape, include snow-white or pale pink flowers. During flowering for 2 weeks, astilbe Reiland thins out a pleasant aroma.

The location affects the duration of flowering. If astilba grows in an open area, flowering will be shorter, unlike plants growing in partial shade. But in the sun, the inflorescences are large and lush.

Astilbe Japanese "Bonn" (Astilbe japonica "Bonn")

A high grade of Japanese astilba. Adult specimens reach 80 cm in height. AT good conditions blooms in June rich carmine-pink flowers. Flowering lasts 1 month.

The best place for planting the species is a slightly shaded place. If grown in the sun, it is recommended to arrange artificial shading at noon. Prefers high humidity and does not tolerate dry air.

Growing features:

grows well in nutrient soil;

requires constant soil moisture;

no need to remove inflorescences after flowering;

has good immunity;

for the winter does not require shelter, hibernates even in severe frosts.

Gardeners use the Bonn astilbe variety to decorate flower beds, flower beds and mixborders. Looks great in group plantings. Recommended for filling shady areas, because there are not many plants that will be as fragrant in the shade as "Bonn".

Japanese astilbe "Gladstone" (Astilbe japonica "Gladstone")

During flowering, a cap of milky-white flowers blooms over beautiful, dark green foliage with a visible sheen, collected in a pyramidal inflorescence. Adult specimens reach a height of 50 cm.

Advantages of the Gladstone variety:

good winter hardiness that does not require shelter;

the optimal place for growing is partial shade;

responds well to fertilization;

lush and long flowering.

Grows best in fertile soil with high moisture. It is recommended to plant near artificial reservoirs. Needs fertilization 2 times a month. At the beginning of vegetation growth, it is recommended to feed with organic matter, then with mineral fertilizers.

Astilbe Japanese "Montgomery" (Astilbe japonica "Montgomery")

The bush of the Japanese astilbe "Montgomery" is strongly sprawling, reaches a height of 80 cm. Glossy leaves are twice pinnate, long, painted in a reddish-brown color.

Diamond-shaped inflorescences are of impressive size: their diameter is 9 cm, and they grow up to 17 cm in length. The inflorescences are dense, formed from numerous small flowers of red-brown or dark red color. The top is very narrow. Astilbe Montgomery blooms for a long time: The first flowers begin to bloom in May, the last - in August. That is, by purchasing a variety, you can admire the flowering of astilba throughout the summer.

Astilba whole-leaved or simple-leaved (Astilbe Simplicifolia)

Plant varieties included in the whole-leaved astilbe group are characterized lush bloom. Against the background of dark green foliage openwork, wide inflorescences bloom with pink, red, white flowers, depending on the variety. Flowering occurs in August, the plants are late flowering.

Astilba simple leaf "Aphrodite" (Astilbe simplicifolia "Aphrodite")

A perennial plant reaching a height of 0.5 m. The flowering of the Aphrodite variety is distinguished by lush inflorescences, painted in dark coral color.

The leaves are openwork, bright green, very elegant, have a bizarre shape. Thanks to such foliage, the effect of constant decorativeness is achieved, regardless of flowering.

In July, the plant is covered with caps of flowers and they look very luxurious. The pyramidal form of large inflorescences differs from other varieties in a larger diameter. During flowering, astilba shimmers with all shades of pink and coral tones. The location affects the duration of flowering: under open sky flowering is shorter.

Astilbe "Aphrodite" prefers clay soil. Which keeps moisture for a long time. Before planting in the soil, it is recommended to apply organic natural fertilizers.

Astilba dwarf varieties: Astilba simple-leaved "Sprite" (Astilbe simplicifolia "Sprite")

perennial dwarf plant , the height of the bush which does not exceed 15-20 cm. However, the diameter can reach 1 m. Creeping foliage forms small curtains.

The leaf plates are painted dark green and have a bizarre openwork shape. On the edge broad leaves teeth are visible.

Variety benefits:

undemanding to the composition of the soil;

grows on wet soils;

resistant to low temperatures;

ideal decoration for flower beds and mixborders;

grows well near artificial reservoirs;

grown as a groundcover.

The inflorescences are drooping, the flowers are painted in a pale pink color. Gardeners recommend growing in semi-shady places, feels good in the shade.

Astilbe Chinese (Astilbe chinensis)

Some representatives of the species are undersized plants. Sometimes undersized plants are identified with dwarf varieties. In landscape design, they are used to decorate rock gardens. There are also tall varieties.

Astilbe Chinese "Purpurkerze" (Astilbe chinensis "Purpurkerze")

Belongs to the late-flowering variety. The duration of flowering directly depends on the chosen location. The longer the plant bathes in the sun, the shorter the flowering will be. If you want to enjoy astilbe flowering for a month, it is recommended to choose a dark area for planting.

In early August, purplish-violet blooms bloom over stiff, serrated green-bronze leaves. During flowering thins out a pleasant aroma, for some the smell is very strong.

This is the highest grade of astilba. In design, it is used in group plantings, as a tapeworm on the lawn, in mixborders.

Astilbe Chinese red "Vision in Red" (Astilbe chinensis "Vision in Red")

Red astilba has erect stems reaching a height of 70 cm. The rhizome is powerful and compact. Over time, it appears above the soil surface, and its lower part dies off. Therefore, from time to time you need to add soil near the stem of the plant. The bush in diameter reaches 40 cm.

The dark green foliage eventually acquires a bronze hue, when viewed has a good sheen. It blooms with purple-red flowers, collected in huge inflorescences, shaped like a rhombus. Flowering begins in July, flowering peak - the end of the month.

To grow Chinese red astilba "Vision in Red" you need to choose a place in partial shade or in full shade. Prefers fertile soil, in which organic fertilizers are applied in advance.

For beginner gardeners, it is recommended to choose unpretentious varieties, which do not require certain knowledge and skills in growing. These varieties include Chinese astilba yellow, white, pink, red, lavender, Japanese montgomery.

Plants are the decoration of the garden, because beautiful inflorescences are ready to attract the eye of even the most indifferent passer-by and captivate him with their beauty.

Astilba arendsa took root in many garden plots two centuries ago. Summer residents who planted one random variety in a flower bed quickly appreciate the advantages of growing it: unpretentiousness, tolerance (and often love) for shading and moisture. Perennial easily tolerates frosty winters. It does not require additional conservation measures.

Without exaggeration, astilba is an ideal herbaceous plant for open ground. It not only greens up dark areas, but also brings light colors to them.

general characteristics

The name "Anders Astilba" combines a large group of cultivars and complex hybrid forms derived from experiments with David's astilba. The beginning of the formation of the species is 1907.

An irreplaceable plant in flower beds

Perennial bushes are medium or vigorous (up to 1 m), they are distinguished by a sprawling shape (more than 50-70 cm wide).

The root system is powerful, branched. Cord-shaped roots easily tolerate damage, and therefore quickly recover after division.

The leaves of this astilba are two- or tripernate, often with serrated edges. The dominant color is dark green, always with varying degrees of sheen.

Perennial flowers are small, traditionally collected in elegant inflorescences. The palette of brushes is extensive: from snow-white, cream tones to rich red or lilac colors.

The peak of flowering is in July-August. However, there are earlier and later hybrid varieties beyond the specified period. Flowering time - up to 40 days.

Features of varieties

Lolipop

Hybrid Astilba is the result of a stepped cross between Gretta Püngel and Europe. The charm of pinkish brushes was transferred from the parents to the new variety. At the same time, Arends' astilbe bush itself slightly changed, became narrow, taut, compact. The height of peduncles and leaves is 45/20 cm.

In diamond-shaped inflorescences of Lolipop, coral shades played on a pink background, and green leaves turned out to be darker, acquired a pronounced gloss.

Purple-violet stems and petioles, a special memorable shape of the leaves are the hallmark of this hybrid. It cannot be confused with adjacent varieties. Once you see the Arends Lolipop astilbe bush, you can be sure that in the future the variety will be recognized without difficulty and at a glance.

Gardeners note the special brilliance and delicacy of Lollypop foliage

Perennial blooms in July. Looks good in containers or along the border.

On a note! A feature of culture is weak growth. Unlike other astilbs, the Lolipop bush retains its elegant narrow shape for 2-3 years.

Weiss Gloria

Astilba Weisse Gloria was bred by Anders in 1924. Under favorable growing conditions, flower stalks grow up to 70 cm, foliage - up to 45 cm. The bush turns out to be massive and sprawling.

The light green vegetative mass darkens a little by summer, sometimes acquires a brownish border on the leaves and the same blotches on the bases of the internodes.

Rhombic inflorescences are large, very dense, yellowish-white or cream in color. The size of one panicle is approximately 20x10 cm.

Pure white Weiss Gloria occurs only at the beginning of the opening of the buds, literally after 5-7 days, at the peak of flowering, the brushes acquire yellowish, milky, creamy shades.

Beginning and duration of flowering: mid-July, period 23-25 days.

After opening the tops, the snow-white base of the brushes will begin to gradually change color

Gloria Purpurea

This perennial forms sprawling powerful bushes within 70-85 cm in height and up to 70 cm in width. The color of the foliage is close to forest green. Peduncles, stems and petioles are distinguished by a reddish (brownish) tint. Morphological features of the leaves of Gloria Purpurea are traditional: notched, openwork, hard.

Inflorescences in the form of a rhombus. Pink-lilac panicles by the end of flowering and completely acquire a purple hue. Dense strong brushes tolerate sunlight well, but quickly lose their decorative effect. However, even without changing the growing conditions, this variety is classified as a hybrid with short term flowering.

Astilba Gloria Purpurea does not smell, but pleases gardeners bright colors in July (no more than two weeks).

Gloria Purpurea differs from many pink hybrids in its richness and catchiness of color.

The basics of agricultural technology without features: moderate and regular soil moisture, light shading, timely hilling of the bush.

Amethyst

This is one of the varieties, characterized by a special decorative effect. Anders bred the hybrid 4 years earlier than Weiss Gloria. A feature of the culture is an increased increase in the vegetative mass. It is not necessary to wait for compactness and strict forms from a bush 90 cm high.

In spring, the leaves of astilba Amethyst, like many varieties, are brown-green. Closer to the summer season, rusty shades soften or disappear altogether. Only the central axis remains dark pink.

The description of purple-pink panicles is impossible without comparison with the semi-precious stone of the same name. The color of this Arends astilba, however, as well as the light paniculate form, look luxurious and noble.

The length of the inflorescence is 30 cm, the width is 20. This is an average indicator, allowing an error of ± 2 cm.

The beginning of the dissolution of buds: from July 20-22. The brushes are vaguely reminiscent of bottle brushes. End of flowering: after 30 days.

On a note! Gardeners confirm that Amethyst blooms for at least a month, although encyclopedias indicate the official period - 20-28 days.

The beauty of the perennial will fully convey the photo below.

Amethyst is recognized as one of the best breeding achievements of Anders

Diamond

The perennial forms a bush 70 or even 90 cm high. Medium-dense Diamanta paniculate brushes 35x15 cm in size. Outwardly, they resemble cirrus clouds.

The inflorescences at first glance are crystal white, but if you look closely, even in the photo you can clearly see not a cream, but a clear light green shade. The central axis is green. Leaf petioles may have occasional brown blotches.

Loose panicles are good for cutting and use in bouquets

The leaves of Astilba Diamond are spring green, darkening slightly in summer. No bright gloss. Some nurseries (shops) indicate in the description that the jagged edges of the leaves of this Arends hybrid have a dark (brown) edging. However, numerous photos and testimonies of gardeners refute this fact. Diamond leaves are pure green. But on the petioles there may be "spring" reddish blotches.

Flowering period: from mid-July and during the first decade of August.

Fanal

The hybrid was obtained by Anders in 1930. For the bright fiery color, the perennial received the corresponding name "Fanal", which means "Light of the Lighthouse".

The plant is characterized by:

compact medium-sized bushes (60x40cm);
erect stems with a red tint;
shiny pinnately dissected leaves;
raspberry paniculate inflorescence (20x8cm).

The description will be incomplete without quality photo plants.

Fluffy and strong panicles are the pride of this variety

In spring, astilba Fanal leaves have a brownish tint. As the summer season approaches and the perennial matures, the leaves turn green. Redness remains only in the region of the petioles, internodes and the central axis of the astilba.

Flowering period: from mid-July for 20 days.

On a note! Gardeners note that the term for the dissolution of buds depends on weather conditions. High soil and air humidity stimulates earlier flowering (from July 8).

Etna

Astilba Arends 'Etna' is often confused with 'Fanal'. However, after planting the bushes nearby, it becomes clear: Etna is 10-15 cm higher than Fanal, the serration of the leaves is more pronounced, but the shine is duller.

Carved greenery is decorative in its own way, even outside the flowering period.

The height of the bush is up to 75 cm, foliage - up to 45. The young vegetative mass is reddish-brown. The average length of loose paniculate brushes is 25-33 cm, diameter is 10.

The dark red flowers of Astilbe Arendsa Etna begin to open from July 10, that is, 2-3 days later than Fanal. Flowering time is shorter: 16 days.

Agrotechnics without features.

Pomegranate

Year of breeding: 1920. Notorious breeder G. Arends.

Unlike Fanal, the Pomegranate bush is powerful, sprawling, reaching a height of 90 cm and above. Vegetative mass excluding peduncles - 50 cm.

Lilac-red paniculate inflorescence opens quite early (in the second decade of July). Flowering time - 18-25 days.

When describing a perennial, it is impossible not to admire the size of the inflorescences. They are truly huge (35x15cm), while they look light and airy due to the looseness of the flowers.

It is difficult to convey the real color of the plant in the photo of Astilbe Pomegranate.

The gloss of the leaves is shown clearly and correctly, but the colorful palette is slightly distorted.

This astilbe of Arends does not have the features of agricultural technology. Like other varieties, it loves moisture and shade. It is less common in gardens than, for example, Fanal or Etna.

Summer residents unfairly bypass the plant.

Color Flash Lime

This perennial was bred by the Dutchman Henk Holtmat as recently as 2007. Cultivar is fundamentally different from other varieties in the color of the leaves.

The height of Flash lime together with peduncles is no more than 60 cm. The inflorescences are dense, oblong, rhombic, purple-pink (sometimes lilac).

Astilbe Color Flash Lime is characterized by a traditional change in foliage color. In spring, the vegetative mass is yellow-lemon with a brownish-purple edging.

Closer to flowering, the foliage acquires a lime color by lightening the middle and darkening the edge. It turns out that after pruning the peduncles, the densely leafy bush remains elegant and bright.

An unusual hybrid stands out against the background of other varieties of astilba and garden greenery

In the garden, Lime will compete with Astilba Color Flash Super. A decoratively deciduous bush, even without flower stalks, can become the central decoration of any flower bed with Arends hybrids.

A perennial up to 70-75 cm high throughout the summer and autumn pleases gardeners with tricolor foliage. It is impossible to show all the transitions and color changes in the photo, but during the season the vegetative mass manages to visit many 3-color shades: purple-brown-green, copper-green with red, etc.

Astilba Flash lime has not yet bloomed, but it already catches the eye of passers-by

On a note! This culture, unlike other varieties, takes root and grows very slowly. In the first year of planting, one should not expect an abundant vegetative mass from a perennial.

Perennial can be called the twin of Deutschland. Only a sophisticated florist will find 10 differences between twins.

Astilba arentsa snowdrift is characterized by sprawling bushes up to 70 cm high. Foliage is the color of forest greenery, the plates are triple-separated.

In autumn, the bush can be safely divided and planted on the plot of 4 astilbes

Blooms from the first decade of July for 15-20 days. Snow-white inflorescences look elegant and festive.

On a note! Gardeners note: in the spring, this variety of astilba has young leaves that are bright green, without reddish blotches. This is very noticeable against the background of other perennials.

Burgundy red and Radius

This Arends astilbe blooms one of the first among the red varieties and decorates the garden for up to 35-40 days. Against the background of dark green carved foliage, loose pyramidal panicles of rich red color look catchy and bold.

In the flowerbed, astilba Burgundy red will compete with Fanal, Pomegranate or Etna. If we take into account that the timing of the flowering of perennials does not coincide, then the territory will “flame” throughout the summer season.

The height of the Burgundy red bush is ± 60 cm. The size of the inflorescences is up to 30 cm.

The photo clearly shows the almost perpendicular angle of the flowering twigs in relation to the stem.

On a note! Feature of the variety: when flowering, Burgundy Red brushes turn blue

By the way, Astilba Radius also looks very much like Burgundy red. A newbie can't figure it out on their own. Plant description:

bush height 65x25 cm (peduncles to foliage);
inflorescences loose paniculate;
central axis burgundy;
leaves are dark, serrate, glossy.

Flowering time Radius: July-August.

This variety is classified as the longest flowering astilbe.

Boogie Woogie

The photo clearly shows the distinctive features of the plant.

The lush pure pink inflorescence up to 15 cm wide and 25 cm long is strikingly different from the elongated brushes of most astilbes, including Gloria Purpurea.

The dark ends of the peduncles, almost burgundy twigs of inflorescences, effectively shine through the pink haze of panicles beginning to bloom. As it approaches the peak of flowering, the redness fades.

rhythm and b

Astilba Arendsa Rhythm & B is a representative of the Music Astilbe series.

A compact bush with a dark shiny vegetative mass and dense panicles blooms in mid-summer.

The shape of the inflorescence resembles Anita Pfeiffer. Only the colors are different

Dark pink brushes have a slight purple-lilac hue, located right in the center of the bush, giving it a strict elegance.

Beautiful culture for container plantings or border decor.

Astilbe Close harmony is admired by both beginners and experienced gardeners. Snow-white rhombic panicles are quite dense. By the time they bloom, they acquire an interesting light lavender shade.

A densely leafy bush (50-70 cm) is decorative even without peduncles due to the special marble shade of the leaves. The photo shows that the greens of this Arends astilba are very different from adjacent varieties.

Against the background of small dark leaves, the brushes look huge and lush.

Thunder and lightning

Astilba Arends Thunder lightning cannot be called a popular guest on summer cottages. Despite the unpretentiousness and beauty, few gardeners have appreciated the merits of this variety.

Purple-ruby narrow inflorescences, located in the center of a medium-sized, but compact bush, are at first puzzling. How can flower stalks up to 80 cm high stand straight and not bend under the weight of heavy panicles?

However, the decorative effect of astilba Thunder and Lightning depends not only on the delightfully beautiful brushes, but also on the traditional openwork foliage of a pleasant green color.

Spartan

Another medium-sized (70-80 cm) bush with charming red loose panicles. A description of the astilba Spartan without a good example will be incomplete. The photo of the perennial, presented below, will clearly make it clear how an elegant plant actually looks.

It remains to add that in spring the young shoots are standard brown-red. By the time of budding, the vegetative mass turns green, leaving a burgundy central axis, peduncles and petioles.

Narrow inflorescences take a pyramidal shape. Astilba Arendsa Spartan blooms from the second decade of July until the end of the summer season.

The variety has a drawback - slow growth

Mother Teresa

This variety of astilba is shrouded in a trail of myths and legends. Firstly, the plant is not called Mother Teresa, but Sister Teresa (originally Sister Theresa). Secondly, many sources attribute the perennial to the Japanese astilbe group, and not to the Arends hybrids.

Despite the disagreement in the pedigree and the name of the plant, gardeners note the incredible decorativeness of the culture. Astilba description is standard:

neat bush (60-70 cm);
inflorescences dense pale pink;
glossy openwork foliage.

The flowering period of rhombic panicles: the end of July and the beginning of August. There is no aroma.

Sister Theresa is one of the varieties that are in high demand among gardeners.

red charm

Growers growing salmon-pink Straussenfeder should definitely pay attention to Astilba Red Charm. Both varieties will look incredibly harmonious in the flower bed.

Astilba Red Charm is a copy of Straussenfeder. A meter-long sprawling bush is crowned with paniculate drooping inflorescences ≥ 25 cm long. The difference lies only in the palette of brushes. Red Charm attracts the attention of gardeners with a rich cherry red color and earlier bud opening.

Straussenfeder will bloom after Red charm

Anita pfeiffer

Astilba Anita pfeifer cannot be called a popular horticultural crop. Absolutely in vain. The herbaceous perennial forms a bush with a foliage height of up to 45 cm, and together with peduncles - up to 70 cm.

Large rhombic panicles (about 35 cm) bloom in August, during the decline of the summer heat. For this reason, Anita pfeiffer is suitable for growing not only in partial shade, but also in open areas.

At the initial stage of flowering panicles look carmine-red, but gradually fade to pink-peach. Brushes lose their decorative effect after 30-35 days.

The shape of the inflorescence of this astilba is conveyed correctly, the color is distorted

A distinctive feature of the stems is the presence of a brownish edge. Foliage openwork, shiny, dark.

America

The variety appeared thanks to the Dutch breeder V. Reis. The bush is vigorous, reaches 70 cm in height. Without panicles ±45cm. The leaves are green with brownish petioles and edges. Description of inflorescences: large rhombic, 20x12 cm in size.

The buds open in the 3rd decade of June or the 1st decade of July. The flowering period is 21 days. Panicles delicate, light purple.

Agrotechnics of astilba America without features.

Amerika is an early flowering variety.

Erika

Perennial bushes grow up to 90 cm. The reddish-brown vegetative mass is very decorative even in the absence of peduncles.

Rhombic panicles of medium density are interesting with a contrasting combination of brown central axes and light pink flowers. The photo clearly shows this "highlight" of Eric's astilba.

The variety is fast growing

Beginning of flowering: mid-July. Duration: 2 weeks.

Spinel

The height of the bushes of this variety of astilba varies between 60-80 cm. The foliage has a characteristic color: the base of the leaf is green, the edges are brown.

Particular attention is drawn to the original inflorescences with a drooping pink-purple top.

The buds begin to open in the second half of July, closing after about 18 days.

The appearance of Spinell will now remind many of the Spartan variety

Brautschleyer

Panicled airy inflorescences begin to open in July and refresh the garden until early August.

In the summer, the foliage of the astilba Brautschleyer is pure green, the spring reddish hues disappear. Spreading bush height: 70-80cm.

Astilba is not only beautiful, but also fragrant, with the smell of bird cherry

Hyacinth

The bush height of 90 cm declared by the breeder often does not justify itself in practice. Gardeners are convinced that the true size of Astilbe Hyacinth exceeds 1m.

The inflorescences are dense, paniculate (sometimes rhombic!!!), pale purple. Panicle size - 21x10cm.

Astilba Hyacinth is characterized by an abundant emission of peduncles

Graceful perennial (60 cm) does not need descriptions. It is difficult to confuse it with the adjacent varieties of Astilbe Arends. The photo below confirms this common truth. No one will dare to challenge the high decorativeness of Bumald's astilba.

Snow-white paniculate inflorescences on burgundy peduncles in combination with dark green-brown foliage are remembered at first sight and for life. Flowering peak July.

The young bush of the variety "Bumalda" grows extremely slowly and reluctantly.

It's time to finish the review of magnificent shade-loving perennials. A far from exhaustive list of varieties is considered. Anders' other astilbes are no less interesting and beautiful. All plants in the group are united by a love for a humid, cool climate and diffused light.

About the varieties and subtleties of growing astilba:

Perennial astilbes, in the summer pleasing the eye as if hovering over the lush foliage of a multi-colored haze, have been full-fledged inhabitants of greenhouses, gardens and parks for about two hundred years. Per long term, during which astilbe is studied and cultivated, varieties, photos and descriptions of species have become interesting and accessible not only to botanists, but also to ordinary lovers ornamental plants. Today, a native of the Eastern Hemisphere is highly valued and loved in Europe, in the USA and, of course, in Russia.

Plants with lush rosettes of openwork leaves and light paniculate inflorescences have become widespread due to the relative ease of care, cold resistance and easy shade tolerance, as well as the abundance of varieties and hybrids.

In total, there are several dozen species of astilba in the world, but the greatest "contribution" to the breeding of cultivars was made by several Far Eastern and North American varieties.

Depending on the species and variety, the astilba plant can reach a height of 15 centimeters to 2 meters. In addition, modern varieties are strikingly different:

the shape of basal leaves sitting on long petioles;
the size and appearance of the inflorescences;
the structure and color of small graceful flowers.

Paniculate inflorescences on the tops of the stems appear in July, and flowering ends closer to autumn, while each peduncle retains its decorative effect for a record 20-35 days. The shape of the inflorescences varies and can be paniculate, pyramidal, drooping or diamond-shaped.

Types of astilba and the founders of its cultivars

Such diversity is a merit not only of nature, which has opened many different types of astilba, but also of breeders. To get luxuriant flowering plants decorating gardens, mainly used such species as:

Japanese;
Chinese;
David;
Thunberg;
whole-leaved.

The first cultivars of astilbe, familiar from photos and descriptions to today's flower growers, were obtained back in the 19th century. The first admirer and enthusiast of culture was the French botanist E. Lemoine. An example of his selection work is the Mont Blanc variety of white astilba.

Astilbe Mont Blanc is a medium flowering variety with white pyramidal inflorescences 15 to 20 centimeters long. The height of the bush reaches 60 centimeters. At the same time, the flower caps rise about 20 cm above the graceful brownish-green foliage. Flowering begins at the end of July, and ends in the second half of August.

Despite a significant contribution to the development of culture, the Frenchman is not considered the person to whom the astilbe owes his "brilliant career." Georg Arends is recognized as the founding father of culture. This German scientist and naturalist created many varieties, literally opening the beauty of astilba to the whole world. As a sign of respect for the merits of Arends, his varieties were combined into an extensive group, named after the creator and today has become a kind of standard.

Astilba David (A. Davidii)

It was this type of astilba native to northwest China and partly from Mongolia that Arends used in his breeding work. wild and cultivated plants tall enough. Peduncles reach a height of 150 cm, and light green, with brownish petioles and central veins, the leaves are half as low. Pinnate leaf plates are very attractive, but when large pyramidal inflorescences appear above them in early August, no grower can resist the charm of the plant! The height of the fluffy panicle is from 30 to 40 cm; in nature, lilac-generic color prevails in flowers.

This type of astilbe has been grown in gardens around the world for more than a century, but it was best known for the famous Arends hybrids.

Astilba Arends (A. Arendsii Hybrida)

Bright representative community - astilba Arends Rock and Roll with pure white flowers, green leaves, sitting on reddish-brown petioles, long flowering and a compact bush. As can be seen from the photo and description of the variety, astilba has retained its species features.

The same is inherent in all varieties from the group of interspecific hybrids of Arends. These plants are characterized by common features:

height within 100 cm;
the width of an adult bush of a spherical or sprawling shape reaches 70 cm;
complex, jagged along the edge and repeatedly dissected leaves have a smooth, sometimes shiny surface and a dark green color;
small, like all types of astilba, flowers can be painted in all shades of white, lilac, pink or purple and collected in compact large inflorescences;
flowering occurs in July and August, lasting from 4 to 6 weeks.

Arends astilbes combine several dozen spectacular and well-known varieties to gardeners.

Astilbe Amethyst is a real gem in the collection. The Amethyst variety is intended for group and single plantings in partial shade. Plants about 80 cm high look good in the background and can act as a star in the flower bed among the foliage of hostas, ferns and other greenery. The variety is distinguished by smooth light green foliage with a yellowish tint and dense paniculate inflorescences, reaching a length of 30 cm.

Fluffy light lilac flowers, leaving a bright brush, like a true amethyst, create a mass of pinkish, bluish and lilac reflections. Astilba flowering begins in July and lasts up to a month.

Astilba flowers Nemo or Nemo have a richer color than the previous variety, and they open a week or two later. Intense pink with a lilac tint, bright brushes seem to illuminate the shady corners of the garden, where this plant will feel most comfortable. The height of the bush reaches 75 cm, and decorative leaves varieties are painted in a rich green tone.

White astilba Diamant is taller than his sisters. Her bush at the height of the growing season reaches a height of 90 cm. Fluffy flowers that make up a wide panicle appear in the first decade of July and fade only by the end of the month. Thanks to 30 cm luxurious inflorescences, the Diamant astilba variety is equally good both in the flower bed and in the cut. light leaves with brown jagged ends perfectly set off the milky whiteness of flowers.

A relatively new hybrid variety among Arends' astilbes is the Radius variety with rich red flowers that make up loose paniculate inflorescences 30 centimeters long. An unusual feature of the plant is the bright red foliage that appears in the spring from under the snow. Then the leaves take on a more familiar dark green hue, and then, in the second half of July, thousands of purple Astilbe Radius flowers open above them.

Astilba varieties with white flowers look consistently fresh. With their flowering, they "illuminate" the most hidden, shady corners. Astilbe White Gloria is no exception, 80 centimeters high with dense diamond-shaped inflorescences up to 20 centimeters high. The White Gloria variety is characterized by July flowering lasting from 3 to 5 weeks.

Pure pink or with a slight salmon tint, Astilbe Anita Pfeiffer flowers open closer to August. The late flowering variety, like its closest relatives, does not exceed a meter in height. Astilba Anita Pfeifer forms a lush herbaceous shrub from repeatedly dissected green foliage on brownish petioles. When the time comes for flowering, brown or reddish flower stalks appear above the greenery, crowned with noticeable paniculate inflorescences.

Magnificent variety astilba Setra Teresa or Sister Theresa during flowering creates an amazing effect of pink delicate foam against a background of rich greenery. The peculiarity of the variety is very lush, light inflorescences of a light pink hue.

Although the first varieties of astilba were obtained almost 200 years ago, botanists still cannot agree on their classification. More than 50 varieties today are classified as hybrids and can be classified as different types or varietal communities.

For growing in partial shade, the Astilba America variety is excellent with light lilac dense panicles of inflorescences. The height of the America astilba cut does not exceed 70 cm, but even with such a compact size for culture, this variety cannot be overlooked.

A feature of the Betsy Cooperus variety is openwork, very delicate inflorescences of a drooping shape. Light pink or almost white flowers of Betsy Cuperus remain decorative for up to 25–30 days.

Among the varieties beloved by flower growers is Astilba Gloria Purpurea with rich pink or lilac flowers. A plant up to 70 cm high is distinguished by lush diamond-shaped inflorescences-panicles and unusual foliage with a brown or reddish tint. Although Astilba Gloria Purpurea blooms a couple of weeks less than other varieties, it is difficult to find equals in terms of density and brightness of inflorescences.

Lovers of snowy white flowers will appreciate the Koning Albert variety with loose, large buds and dark green foliage.

Astilbe Thunberg (A. thunbergii)

Although in nature Astilba Thunberg is found only in a small area from Russian Kuril Islands to Japan, the plant has long been appreciated by botanists and lovers of ornamental crops. Wild-growing specimens of this species do not exceed 80 cm in height, most of which falls on stems with apical inflorescences that appear in mid-summer. Sparse large panicles 25 cm long have a drooping shape, and white flowers emit a delicate light aroma.

For the first time, plants of this species were planted in the garden in the last quarter of the 19th century. Since then, Thunberg's astilba has been one of the favorites for many culture fans. The most naturally and spectacularly leaning inflorescences look in partial shade and near water, where astilbes like to settle in nature.

Thunberg hybrids (A. Thunbergii Hybrida)

Thanks to this type of astilba, numerous hybrids and varieties have been born that have been popular with amateur flower growers for many years.

The astilbe Professor Van der Wielen has a lot of attention, with milky white flowers on slender reddish-brown stems. The height of this variety reaches 90–150 cm. The length of racemose inflorescences up to 45 cm long matches the size of the bush. Flowering time begins in July.

The bright flowering of astilba Straussenfeder attracts the eye not only with the graceful shape and size of the inflorescences, but first of all, with their unusual coral color. Plants of the Straussenfeder variety grow up to 80-100 cm, bloom in late July and will greatly decorate shady garden areas and corners under the scattered sun.

Another variety of astilba Thunberg Red Charm strikes with a rich raspberry-purple hue of flowers and brownish color of young foliage. A place for such a bright variety can be found in the center of a spacious flower garden or under the crowns of trees, where the Red Charm astilbe will not be annoyed by direct sunlight.

Astilbe Korean (A. Koreana)

Not surprisingly, native astilba species in Korea, China, and Japan were given names corresponding to their homeland. A medium-sized perennial Korean astilba up to 50–60 cm high lives in the northeast of China and on the Korean Peninsula. Among the other plants, the presence of brown pile on the stems and back sides of the leaves stands out. Inflorescences in the form of dense drooping panicles consist of white-cream or pinkish flowers.

Astilbe Chinese (A. chinensis)

Chinese astilbe is significantly higher than the loin variety. Its stems reach a height of 1 meter, a little lower are complexly dissected jagged leaves on long petioles. The pile in this type of plant is present only on the veins and along the edge of the leaves. The main color of small flowers is pinkish, white or lilac. The flowers are collected and fluffy dense inflorescences up to 35 cm long. Chinese astilbe belongs to late species, you can admire its flowering from the second half of August.

Astilbe Japanese (A. Japonica)

Japanese astilba is a kind of star among connoisseurs of this culture. On its basis, many original varieties and interspecific hybrids have been bred.

Wide, spreading bushes of a plant in height reach 60–80 centimeters. Fragrant flowers, like patterned smooth leaves, are held on reddish stems. In nature, white or pink flowers predominate, but thanks to the work of breeders, modern varieties of Japanese astilba give 30-centimeter inflorescences of lilac, purple and crimson hues.

Japanese hybrids (A. Japonica Hybrida)

Most of the orts and hybrids obtained on the basis of this species are characterized by compactness, flowering splendor, the presence of shiny leaves and the early appearance of flowers. The creator of the first plants of this group was G. Arends, so some varieties are sometimes considered to be Arends' astilbam.

Quite small, only 45 cm high, Astilba Bremen is suitable for planting in the garden or growing in a pot culture. A compact bush of the Bremen variety with original dark foliage and pink inflorescences up to 15 cm long will not leave indifferent any grower.

Slightly larger than the previous Astilba Gladstone variety with rich white flowers, collected in pyramidal inflorescences characteristic only of Gladstone.

One of the brightest in the family of Japanese varieties is Montgomery, a little over 60 centimeters. Luxurious plants with unusual reddish foliage in the second half of July are illuminated by dark red flashes of dense inflorescences. The flowering of the Japanese astilba Montgomery lasts two weeks, but even during this time it manages to leave an indelible impression.

Brighter than the Japanese astilba Montgomery, only her “sister” in the group is the astilbe variety Red Sentinel, about a meter high and with crimson-red inflorescences on graceful stems that are almost the same color. The leaves of this variety also have a noticeable crimson. The inflorescences of Red Sentinel are dense, narrow, and their appearance falls on the second decade of July.

Astilba variety Peach Blossom, named after flowering peach trees, fully lives up to its name. The brownish-green stems of the plant already in early July are covered with a pink, delicate foam, with a shade and freshness reminiscent of spring peach petals. At the same time, the bush of the Peach Blossom variety is quite small. Its height does not exceed 60 cm, and the length of the inflorescence is 15 centimeters.

Varieties of astilba in landscape design - video

Astilba is considered an ornamental flower and is popular among landscape designers and creators. For homeowners, garden plots and country houses, this flower can decorate their hacienda for everyone.
The Weiss Gloria flower is unpretentious, but this plant loves moisture and does not tolerate its absence for too long. If the soil is loose and fertile, then Weiss Gloria will become a true masterpiece for a certain piece of land. In addition, astilba will easily endure all frosts.

Astilba flower

Astilba is a representative of the genus of herbaceous perennials, the saxifrage family. It has about 40 different species in its genus.

Lord Hamilton, a botanist from Scotland describing it, gave the name to the plant because of its leaves. After all, weiss gloria has matte, dull leaves without shine, so "A" means - without, "stilba" - shine. It appeared in the European part from distant East Asia, the Japanese islands and North America. Wide deciduous forests for gloria are considered her home, and she can also grow on the banks of streams, because there is good humidity in the summer.

The appearance of Astilba in the European part is not accidental, the flower, which has become popular not only in Russia, but also in Europe, appeared on this continent thanks to the unique plant hunters Karl Thunberg and von Siebold. This happened at the end of the 18th century. Since then, astilbe has become number one for all shady gardens. Gloria Weiss responds with her diversity, where her description is fully consistent with the design of all gardens.

Types and varieties of astilba

Astilba, a very beautiful flower, it is a pity that its use is not so popular yet, but over time it will become one of the effective decorations of any garden plot. After all, many varieties of Gloria Weiss will be able to make a range of a wide variety of colors.
Astilba varieties have many types and are classified into 11 groups, where hybrids are most used.
There are small varieties of culture that are very fragile and miniature. Their growth reaches only 30 cm in height, but they can beautifully decorate small flower beds and wet places slides.
A more popular type of dwarf form, the perennial Weiss Gloria flower, is Astilbe Chinese. She is curly-haired and almost naked, and can grow up to 15 cm in height.
The most popular varieties of Astilba are the following types:

Pomegranate ─ an amazing bush with red flowers and leaves, when it begins to gain growth, the bush takes on a shade of pomegranate. Its beauty is able to outshine other plants;
Amethyst - has purple-lilac flowers. Its leaves are red-brown in color, which allows this species to find its rightful place in any flower garden;
Bergcrystal ─ has yellowish-white inflorescences, they have an average density, very bright green leaves with brown edges. It looks spectacular, both in any bouquet and in a flower bed with its neighbors.

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cultivation

For Astilba, agricultural technology is simple, so cultivation will become a simple matter.
The plant is very winter-hardy, unpretentious and feels quite comfortable on any soil.
One of the important components in the cultivation of Weiss Gloria is moisture.
Light penumbra is the best option for its growth, but with sufficient humidity, the flower feels good in real sunshine.

When growing astilba, you need to know one fact. Every year, new buds grow in the upper part of the rhizome of the flower. Moreover, every year, the plant increases in height at a level of 3 to 5 cm, while the lower part partially ceases to exist. That is why astilbes are great lovers of mulch, which helps them to overwinter well.

The plant is propagated by dividing the bush, it is possible to divide the bush, once, for five or six years. This plant can bloom in one place for twenty years. At the same time, do not forget to mulch and fertilize it every year.

Landing

Astilbe does not tolerate high temperatures and is sensitive to this, so the best climate for growing this plant will be partial shade.

Try to choose a place for planting a flower with excess moisture where the roots of the plant would feel at home. It is necessary to pick up astilba such neighbors that can cover the soil around it. As practice shows, adult shoots can “lose molt” and lose all their decorative effect, and young people will die altogether.
If you have already decided on the place for planting and the choice of flower, then it remains to decide how the astilba is planted. As experienced gardeners advise, it is better to buy Astilba already an adult, in a proven nursery. For active growth astilbe, plant immediately in the ground, you should plant it in nutritious and loamy soil, so dig the chosen place for the flower in advance and add peat, any humus or compost. Holes should be made at a distance of 30-40 cm from each other. The uppermost growth buds should be at a depth of 4-5 cm, then, you can cover the plant with earth. It is best to immediately cover the planted astilba with mulch, this will give it the necessary growth and color.

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Care

Caring for such a beautiful flower does not require any extra effort, but loosening and weeding are a must, pruning old inflorescences will also not be superfluous. Do not allow the topsoil to dry out, which should be neutral or slightly acidic.
From the beginning of May to August, feed the soil with fertilizer, two or three times will be enough.

Important! Fertilizer should be in liquid form, do not use granules, they burn the plant.

Bushes grow in one place for three or four years, followed by transplanting to another place or thorough fertilization of the soil. favorable conditions allow the flower to quickly gain growth and color, while this plant is durable.

All professionals and amateurs in the field of landscape design know about the unpretentious and spectacular astilba flower. It is a perennial with at least 40 varieties. For two centuries in a row, astilba has taken pride of place in public greenhouses and private garden plots.

Popular varieties

Description of the most popular astilba varieties in Russia:

Astilba Gloria purpurea has bright pink inflorescences. A low plant - about 0.7 m in height. It stands out among other species with voluminous diamond-shaped flowers and brown foliage. Astilba gloria purpurea has a maximum flowering density, so it can be used to create a picturesque hedge. The disadvantage of the species is a short flowering period.
Weisse gloria Astilbe (white Gloria) has been known since the 20s of the XX century. With a total bush height of 0.7 m, the foliage grows up to half a meter, so the plant looks very sprawling and powerful. Young tops have a delicate green color, as they develop, the shade becomes darker and deeper, and a brown border forms along the edge of the leaves. Also on the leaf itself there are brown specks. Inflorescences have a boiling white hue only 5-7 days from the beginning of flowering. Gradually the shade becomes more yellow.
Astilba Lolipop is a hybrid characterized by compactness and miniature size. The total height of the bush is only 0.45 m. The plant retains its graceful shape for 3 consecutive seasons. Flowers have a fairly rare coral hue. The foliage is also quite bizarre, showing red pigment in it. The leaves have a distinct glossy sheen and an unusual shape. These features distinguish this variety from all others.
Astilba Garnet was bred in 1920. The plant is very large, 0.9 m high, the deciduous massif occupies more than half of the volume (up to 0.5 m). The inflorescences are large (up to 0.35 m long and 0.15 m wide), while being as light and airy as possible due to the scattered arrangement of flowers on the panicle. The color of the flowers is deep and rich red. Sheet plates are wide, have a bright glossy surface.

Astilba Weiss Gloria

Characteristics of culture

Astilba perennial plant, depending on the variety, can be medium tall (40-60 cm) and tall (up to 1 m). Bushes, as a rule, sprawling and massive - more than half a meter in diameter. The root system is highly branched, resistant to mechanical damage. Due to the ability to quickly regenerate, astilba reproduces well by dividing the rhizome. The leaves have a serrated edge and a shiny surface. The color of the foliage is from light to dark green, at the end of the season many varieties of astilba show a brown pigment in the leaves.

Astilba flowers are small, in the form of diamonds, collected in large paniculate inflorescences. The variety of shades of inflorescences allows you to create a variety of color schemes on personal plot. The color varies from pure white to bright lilac and purple. The aroma of astilbe is very subtle, barely perceptible, a bit like bird cherry.

Most astilba varieties bloom in July - August. Some astilbe hybrids have an earlier or later ripening period. Flowering time is 2 to 6 weeks.

Growing features

For planting Astilba Weisse Gloria choose a site with high humidity. Preference should be given to loamy soils with good drainage. Astilba's closest neighbors should protect its flowers and leaves from overheating during the midday hours, as well as the soil from drying out. Good example neighborhood - hosta. In case of excessive acidity of the soil, liming is recommended. dolomite flour at the rate of 300-400 g/m2.

Gloria purpurea

As planting material it is worth choosing an adult astilbe with an ideal root system without dry or rotten areas. Astilbe is planted in a previously prepared hole, 0.3 m deep. The bottom is sprinkled with ash, phosphorus-potassium mineral composition and watered abundantly. Then the astilbe is installed in the hole, the roots are sprinkled with soil, slightly compacting around the trunk. Mulch is poured on top, 5 cm thick.

Astilba Arendsa Weiss Gloria does not require special growing conditions, it can be planted in soil of any composition and quality. Astilba grows well in partial shade and shade, but if the irrigation regime is observed, it develops well even in direct sunlight.

Astilba is absolutely not picky. It is enough to provide loosening and weeding, as well as the removal of dry inflorescences. During the summer period, once a month, you need to do mineral top dressing.

Important! In order not to burn the root system, fertilizers are applied only in liquid form.

It is important to know the main feature of astilba: buds are born at the top of the rhizome every season, the trunk gives an increase of 3 to 5 cm per year, and its lower part dies off. In this regard, Astilba Weiss Gloria is in great need of high-quality mulching. A layer of mulch serves as a thermal layer in winter, preserves optimal humidity and softness of the soil and prevents the germination of grass. Needles, peat, rotted manure and compost are best suited as astilba mulch.

Astilbe breeding is carried out by dividing the bush 1 time in 5-6 years. With a total life expectancy of 25 years, 5 pieces can be separated from one bush. new plants.

Advantages and disadvantages

pros	Minuses
The decorative look allows the plant to be widely used in the design of the site.	Does not tolerate drought
Unpretentious in care	Demanding on soil moisture
Frost resistance - up to -35 ... -37˚C
High immunity against diseases and pests
Variety of shapes and colors
Grows well in the shade and on the north side

Astilba is an excellent choice for both beginners and professionals in the field of ornamental gardening. This perennial is able to create an incredible atmosphere on the site. The minimum set of technical techniques allows you to maintain the aesthetic appearance of astilba for many years. The main thing is not to forget about the features of the root system and constantly sprinkle it with mulch.