Astilbe 'Vision in Pink'
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 : rose
Flowering period : june - august
Size approx. : 60 cm.
Location of the plant shown in the first picture : Voorbeeldtuin Appeltern
Date taken : 19.07.2012
Family : Saxifragaceae
© first picture : Nurseries PlantenTuin Esveld, Boskoop, Netherlands