Astilbe

Astilbe ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ PPAF CPBRAF

Hybridized by Hans Hansen at Walters Gardens in Zeeland, Michigan and introduced by Walters Gardens/Proven Winners

‘Dark Side of the Moon’ is the only dark-leafed Astilbe with purple flowers on the market. Rich deep chocolate brown leaves form an incredibly attractive mound of foliage. Emerging leaves are yellow with a dark margin and a glossy sheen that becomes completely dark as they mature. Dark stems hold raspberry buds 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. An Astilbe chinensis hybrid, showing off through the flower color, shape, and height. This exciting new selection has exceptional vigor and offers both attractive foliage and distinctive flowers.
Zones 4-9 | Size: Height: 20-22” | Spread: 24-28” | Scape: 28-34”

Available as Bare Root and Plug Liners from Proven Winners (Booth 8055).