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Japanese Astilbe

Astilbe japonica, Saxifragaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Fortune HostaHosta fortunei
Shade Provision
Calla LilyZantedeschia aethiopica
Beneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Chinese AstilbeAstilbe chinensis

Closely related Astilbe species compete for identical soil moisture and nutrient requirements

Thunberg AstilbeAstilbe thunbergii

Same genus Astilbe plants have similar root systems and compete for water in moist soils

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Japanese Astilbe grow in?

Japanese Astilbe grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Japanese Astilbe?

Good companions for Japanese Astilbe include Fortune Hosta, Calla Lily.

Design guilds with Japanese Astilbe and see companion relationships visually.

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