Astilbe Bunter Seeds - Flower Plant

Astilbe Bunter is a premium perennial flower mix prized for its elegant, feathery flower plumes in a vibrant blend of colors and its attractive fern-like foliage. It is an excellent choice for shade gardens, woodland landscapes, borders, cottage gardens, and containers. The plants thrive in partial to full shade with fertile, humus-rich, consistently moist soil and bloom from early to mid-summer. Their long-lasting blooms are ideal for fresh and dried floral arrangements while attracting butterflies and other beneficial pollinators.

Features

• Premium mixed-color perennial flower blend
• Produces elegant feathery flower plumes
• Attractive fern-like foliage
• Ideal for shade gardens, woodland landscapes, and borders
• Excellent for fresh and dried cut flower arrangements
• Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
• Long-lasting summer blooms

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Astilbe × arendsii (Mixed Cultivars)
• Common Name (US): False Spirea / Astilbe
• Seed Type / Variety: Mixed Color Flowering Perennial Variety
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming perennial
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Summer
• Sowing Season: February–April or September–October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 21–35 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C); surface sow seeds as light aids germination and keep the growing medium consistently moist
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full shade (morning sun is beneficial in cooler climates)
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to high; maintain consistently moist soil, especially during warm weather
• Mature Plant Size: 18–36 inches tall, 18–24 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 18–24 inches apart