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Zone: 4MONTGOMERY FALSE SPIREA
Astilbe japonica 'Montgomery' is a spectacular, award-winning shade perennial prized for bringing intense color and a rich, velvety texture to darker corners of the landscape. It is highly celebrated for its dramatic, feathery plumes of deep scarlet-red flowers that emerge from dark bronze-red buds in midsummer. Even before the magnificent blooms appear, 'Montgomery' commands attention with its highly ornamental, fern-like foliage; the deeply cut, bipinnate leaves emerge with a distinct bronze-burgundy tint in the spring before maturing into a lustrous, dark green. Reaching a mature height of 18 to 24 inches with a 12-18 inch spread, its sturdy, compact, and upright habit ensures the heavy flower spikes remain held high without flopping, making it a premium choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and damp low spots.
To achieve peak floral display and prevent the pristine foliage from crisping, the ideal spot for Astilbe 'Montgomery' is a location in partial to full shade, preferably with dappled morning light and complete shelter from harsh, baking afternoon sun. As a member of the japonica group, 'Montgomery' demands consistently moist, organic-rich, and humusy soil; unlike many other perennials, it will not tolerate drying out and will quickly exhibit severe leaf scorch if left in parched earth. While it is incredibly attractive to bees and butterflies, it is virtually untouched by deer and rabbits.
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To help Astilbe chinensis types settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in moist, rich soil with a slightly acidic pH. Incorporating a generous amount of compost or peat moss at planting helps retain the necessary moisture, and a thick layer of mulch will keep the root zone cool. To sustain its heavy midsummer blooming cycle, apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth breaks the soil.
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