Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Saxifragaceae

Genus:

Astilbe

Species:

Astilbe microphylla

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

21–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 4-8 weeks; surface sow on moist medium and keep at 15-20°C.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash