Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)) is a perennial plant that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 10cm – 50cm wide. In this growing guide we’ll learn the cultivation details and how to plant Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)).
This plant is commonly known as astilbe ‘Fanal’.
This is a deciduous plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.
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Plant profile
Common name: astilbe ‘Fanal’
Scientific name: Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Bushy
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 10cm – 50cm
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Loam
Moisture: Moist but well drained, Poorly drained
Garden type: Informal Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding
Other characteristics: RHS Award of Garden Merit
Seasonal colors
| Season | Stem | Foliage | Flower | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
How to plant Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)) – Sten, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Perennial plants are one of the largest groups of plants.
They offer color, shape, fragrance and seasonal textures. The variety is such that there are plants to suit all sizes and styles of garden.
Traditionally, perennials are grown in borders, using a wall or hedge as a backdrop to bring out all their splendor during summer.
But since most gardens are not large enough for long borders dedicated exclusively to perennials, they are usually planted in mixed borders and beds, along with shrubs, annuals, biennials, and bulbs that extend the season of interest.
How to plant
In this section we will learn how to plant Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)), know its needs in terms of soil, watering and sun exposure.
Soil
Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)) is a plant that grows in loam conditions. It is not very sensitive to soil acidity or alkalinity and grows well in soils with pH acid, alkaline or neutral.
Regarding drainage, Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii) likes to grow in moist but well drained or humid or poorly drained soils.
Sunlight
Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)) is a plant that should be grown in full sun or partial shade positions.
Cultivation profiles – Growing Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (Astilbe ‘Fanal’ (× arendsii)) – Photograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net)., CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
