Astilbe: Astilbe 'Aphrodite' (simplicifolia hybrid)
Botanical name: Astilbe 'Aphrodite' (simplicifolia hybrid)
Common name: star astilbe
also known as (entire-leaved astilbe)
Planted
2
times
at a glance
Soil: | damp, acidic, sand |
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Sun: | |
Zones: | 4a thru 8b |
Care: |
average
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Lifespan: |
perennial
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Category: | |
Attributes: |
fall interest |
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description for "Astilbe: Astilbe 'Aphrodite' (simplicifolia hybrid)"
Although this is a fairly small astilbe, 'Aphrodite' is one of the largest in the species Astilbe simplicifolia. Its salmon-red flowers are upright, not arching. The shiny leaves are deep bronze-green in color. -- edited by dtd pbcouchman
History:
Astilbe simplicifolia is native to Japan.