Astilboides Tabularis Skeleton Seeds - Flower Plant

Astilboides Tabularis is a striking perennial foliage plant prized for its enormous round, umbrella-like leaves that create a bold architectural statement in shaded gardens. Botanically known as Astilboides tabularis, this woodland perennial thrives in moist, humus-rich soils and is ideal for shade gardens, woodland borders, pond edges, and naturalized landscapes. Tall flower stalks with delicate creamy-white blooms appear in early summer, adding additional ornamental interest.

Features

• Produces spectacular giant round foliage
• Excellent architectural plant for shade gardens
• Creamy-white flower clusters in early summer
• Ideal for woodland gardens, pond edges, and borders
• Hardy perennial with lush ornamental foliage
• Thrives in cool, moist environments
• Low-maintenance once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Astilboides tabularis
• Common Name (US): Astilboides, Shield Leaf, Giant Shield Leaf
• Seed Type / Variety: Hardy Perennial Foliage Plant
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 4-8
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: February-April, September-October
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: February, March, April, September, October
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days; best with cold stratification followed by moist, well-drained growing medium
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil (pH 5.5-7.0)
• Watering Needs: Moderate to High; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: 3-5 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide
• Plant Spacing: 36-48 inches apart