Astilbe chinensis var. taquetii 'Purple Candles' 1G

Majestic deep purple panicle bloom stalks soar 4 feet above the ground in this standout Astilbe. ‘Purple Candles’ belongs to the taquetii variety noted for its tightly held, large bloom stalks covered fuzzy hairs. Astilbe chinensis varieties bloom slightly later in the season and are slightly more sun tolerant than x arendsii hybrids and they can tolerate more drought, although they still much prefer consistently moist, rich soils.

• Plant Patent: n/a
• Container Size: trade gallon
• USDA Zone: 4-8
• Height: 3-4’
• Spread: 18-24”
• Sun Exposure: part to full shade
• Soil Moisture: average to moist
• Bloom Time: summer
• Bloom Color: dark purple
• Foliage Color: green
• US Native: no
• Wildlife Benefit:
• Notes: rabbit tolerant, deer tolerant, black walnut tolerant