Description
False Spirea Purple Candles is a bold, shade-loving perennial that adds vibrant color and soft texture to the garden. Tall plumes of rich fuchsia flowers rise above mounds of fern-like green foliage from mid to late summer, creating a beautiful display in shaded borders, woodland gardens, and containers. Perfect for mass plantings or fresh-cut bouquets, False Spirea Purple Candles also attracts butterflies while providing season-long interest in low-light garden spaces.
False Spirea Purple Candles thrives in part sun to full shade and prefers moist, rich, well-drained soil. Its upright spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for adding height and color to shaded beds or mixed containers. This low-maintenance perennial performs best with consistent moisture and benefits from mulch to help retain soil moisture during the growing season. Reliable blooms, lush foliage, and easy care make it a standout addition to any shade garden.
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Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Purple Candles'
Color: fuchsia
Light: part sun – full shade
Watering: a little more than average
Soil: moist, rich, acidic, well draining
Zone: 2 – 8
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (3'), width (3')
Blooming Season: mid – late summer
Growth Rate: medium
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