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Majestic Purple Candles Astilbe is simply majestic! This astilbe has magnificent, frilly, purple-red plumes! The thick panicle flowers of Majestic Purple Candles Astilbe are not your average wispy astilbe flowers–they have structure and presence. In addition to being more sturdy than most astilbes, Majestic Purple Candles Astilbe blooms into early summer, extending the bloom season for these shade-loving perennials.
Purple Candles Astilbe is deer and rabbit resistant. This plant loves shade and is moisture tolerant and hardy from zone 3-9. Purple Candles Astilbe is an easy-to-grow perennial. It is a good choice for perennial borders, shade gardens, and alongside other shade-loving perennials. Purple Candles Astilbe’s flowers are not overly fragrant but will attract an array of pollinators.
Purple Candles Astilbe Care
Purple Candles Astilbe tolerates full shade to partial sun. As a moisture-loving plant, water it regularly if weather conditions do not support moist conditions. Purple Candles Astilbe thrives in acidic soil that is well drained soil and will tolerate clay soil.
Purple Candles Astilbe flowers are long lasting. The flowers can remain in place all season and will dry on the plant for fall and winter interest, or they can be removed and brought indoors to dry or be discarded. Deadheading does not encourage new growth and is unnecessary. Purple Candles Astilbe can be divided every 3-5 years in the springtime. Dig up plants, cut crowns into sections, and separate eyes to divide.
Purple Candles Astilbe Spacing
Purple Candles Astilbe will grow to 3-4 feet in height. Space plants 24 inches apart for planting in drifts.
Purple Candles Astilbe Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Perennial |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Sun (0 - 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: Purple-Red |
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| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Silver |
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| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Low |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit, Disease, Pests & Insects |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Foliage Interest |
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| Common Name: Purple Candles Astilbe |
| Other Name(s): Purple Candles Astilbe |
| Scientific Name: Astilbe chinensis 'Purple Candles' |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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