Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley'
Chinese Astilbe
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Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') - Description
Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley' displays a profusion of showy spikes of lavender-purple panicles in mid to late summer. The fuzzy flowers are full and packed closely together, resembling a bouquet that sits on top of the shiny, bronze-green foliage. 'Maggie Daley' grows best in rich soil that is consistently moist, especially when planted in full sun.
Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') - Blooming
Bloom time depends largely on variety of plant.
Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') - Growth
Hot dry summers will cause damage to the plant.
Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') - Planting
Astilbes will be available more often than not as small container plants. At this stage they can be planted at any time from spring to late summer. If you get your hands on some bare root crowns or stems, plant them with the roots facing down in early spring.
Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') - Pest
Prone to powdery mildew and bacterial leaf spots.
Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') - Interesting facts
Astilbes are known for their airy plume like inflorescences and for their relatively long bloom periods. Bloom colors come in white, pink and red.
Chinese Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Maggie Daley') - Soil and irrigation
Many Astilbes grow best in always wet, boggy soils.
