Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Saxifragaceae

Genus:

Astilbe

Species:

Astilbe biternata

USDA Symbol:

ASBI4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

120 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

white

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to moist woodlands and stream banks

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

21–60 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks; surface sow on moist medium and keep warm after stratification.