Astilbe ‘Purple Rain’
Astilbe chinensis 'Purple Rain'
Elegant and eye-catching, Astilbe ‘Purple Rain’ brings rich color and feathery texture to shaded and moist garden areas. Its tall, airy plumes of deep purple-lavender flowers rise above dark green, finely divided foliage, creating a graceful, upright presence from midsummer into late summer. The blooms also make excellent cut or dried flowers, adding lasting charm indoors and out.
This variety of Astilbe is particularly well-suited for woodland gardens, shady borders, and alongside ponds or streams, where consistent moisture is available. ‘Purple Rain’ offers both beauty and resilience, thriving in partial shade and tolerating heavier soils better than many other perennials.
Loved by pollinators and untouched by deer, Astilbe ‘Purple Rain’ adds long-lasting texture and color to the garden during a time when many shade plants are winding down.
Introduce vertical interest and vibrant midsummer color with the refined beauty of Astilbe ‘Purple Rain’—a standout in any shady or moisture-loving garden space.
Astilbe Purple Rain (1 Gallon Pot)
Details
Plant Details & Features:
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Plant Type: Hardy perennial
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Flower Color: Deep purple-lavender plumes
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Bloom Time: Midsummer to late summer
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Height & Spread: 28–36 inches tall, 18–24 inches wide
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Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
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Soil Needs: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil
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Water Needs: Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil
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Maintenance: Low; cut back spent blooms and foliage in fall
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Wildlife Friendly: Attracts pollinators; deer and rabbit resistant
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Special Features: Striking vertical plumes, great for shade gardens, long-lasting blooms, excellent cut flower
