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Astilbe Dark Side of the Moon

Common Name: Astilbe

Botanical Name: Astilbe chinensis

Variety: Dark Side of the Moon

Blossom Color: Rosy Purple

Bloom Time: Aug

Zone: 4 to 9

Exposure: Sun or Shade

Mature Height: 20-22"

Mature Width: 24-28"

Notes: An instant classic for the landscape! 'Dark Side of the Moon' is the only dark leafed Astilbe with purple flowers that's on the market. Rich deep chocolate burgundy leaves form an incredibly attractive mound of foliage. Emerging leaves are yellow with a dark margin with a glossy sheen that become completely dark as they age. Dark stems hold raspberry buds that burst forth with rosy purple flowers. This performs best both for growing and flowering in full sun in the north with adequate moisture, but also grows in shade.