{"product_id":"dark-side-of-the-moon-astilbe","title":"Dark Side of the Moon Astilbe","description":"\u003cp\u003eDark Side of the Moon Astilbe - ASTILBE 'Dark Side of the Moon' PPAF CPBRAF. 20-22” tall, 24-28” spread, shade, late summer bloom. Rich, deep chocolate burgundy leaves form an attractive mound of foliage. Emerging leaves are yellow with a dark margin and completely darken as they age. Dark stems hold raspberry buds that open to rosy purple flowers. Bee friendly. Deer \u0026amp; rabbit resistant. Zones 4-9. Potted in 3\" pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAstilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement–lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in sun. Increase watering as the foliage emerges and the plumes mature. If the soil dries out, the leaves will develop brown, crispy margins and will begin to drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize Astilbes in late spring before flowering starts. Wait to cut back the old foliage until spring; it will help protect the plant from winter damage. In the spring, if the crown has risen above soil level, gently press it back into the ground and apply some organic matter around the plant. Plants should be divided in early spring every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden Style:\u003cbr\u003eAsian, Contemporary, Cottage, Eclectic, Woodland Shade\u003cbr\u003eOther Features:\u003cbr\u003eBorder Plant, Cut Flower, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Edging, Attractive Foliage, Mass Planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wild \u0026 Son","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63208298676593,"sku":"R-DARKS","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0074\/7608\/4809\/files\/Per-Astilbe-Dark-Side-of-the-Moon.jpg?v=1771472060","url":"https:\/\/www.repotme.com\/products\/dark-side-of-the-moon-astilbe","provider":"rePotme","version":"1.0","type":"link"}