Astilbe 'Purpurkerze' 4 qt.

Astilbe 'Purpurkerze' is a cultivar of Astilbe, a herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Asia and North America. It belongs to the Saxifragaceae family and is known for its feathery plumes of flowers that bloom in early to mid-summer.
'Purpurkerze' is a tall Astilbe cultivar that typically grows up to 2-3 feet tall and spreads up to 1-2 feet wide. It produces dense, upright plumes of deep pink to purplish-red flowers that rise above its lacy, green foliage. The flowers can last for several weeks and are popular with pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The plant prefers partial to full shade and consistently moist soil that is rich in organic matter. It can be used in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and as a groundcover around trees and shrubs. Astilbe 'Purpurkerze' is prized for its striking color and its ability to add vertical interest to shaded garden areas.