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Astilbe 'Amethyst'
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This plant has in the system Hansen/Mussel used for describing perennials the following code : 1.1.2.4

Explanation of the first digit : General location : WOODLAND. Plants, that in a garden need to be planted close to trees or shrubs. They require shade and prefer a peaty soil.

Explanation of the second digit : Specific demands of the plant : Plants for light shade and a rich, fairly moist soil, with not too many tree-roots. For example near buildings or fences.

Explanation of the third digit : Where to put : Not too sunny, for instance in a darker corner of a border.

Explanation of the fourth digit : Other characteristics : Does not sucker much, combines well with other plants.

Color : paarslila

Flowering period : june - july

Size approx. : 80 cm.

Recommended quantity per square meter : 7

Location of the plant shown in the first picture : Sortimentstuin Harry van de Laar

Date taken : 30.06.2009

Family : Saxifragaceae


© first picture : Nurseries PlantenTuin Esveld, Boskoop, Netherlands

© picture 2 : Th. Ploeger en Zn