Astilbe japonica 'Montgomery' ~ Montgomery Japanese Astilbe
Montgomery Japanese Astilbe is a mounding herbaceous perennial with deeply divided fern-like foliage that emerges bronze-red and matures to dark green. Tight triangular panicles of crimson red flowers create feathery tufts above the leaves in late spring into summer. Flowers best in part shade and rich, moist soils. Astilbe are deer and rabbit resistant. Type: Perennial Height: 1.5' - 2' Spread: 1.5' - 2' Spacing: 1.5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 - 9 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: Red Season of Interest: Spring, Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly, keep soils moist to prevent burning or foliage decline. Powdery mildew and wilt may occur. Watch for Japanese beetles. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Foundational Plantings, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Heuchera, Lenten Rose, Azalea IMAGES: Photo by Proven Winners,