Astilbe Mr Sexton – 14cm
Astilbe Mr Sexton is a fast-growing, compact, dormant, long-lived perennial. The lacy green foliage is upright with copper coloured new growth. From Summer, plumes of feathery red blooms appear above the foliage. Astilbe Mr Sexton has moderate water requirements when they are first establishing in the garden. Plants will benefit from occasional watering during the warmer months. Best grown in humus-rich soil in all day sun.
Position: Full sun
Height: 45cm
Width: 30cm
Garden Uses:
Feature plant
Potted into large containers
Low hedge
Japanese Gardens
General Landscaping
Planting Tips:
Make sure to prepare the soil before planting. Mixing in a bag of well-aged animal manure or compost can help to condition and revitalise tired soil. Make sure to blend compost/manure with the pre-existing ground, mixing thoroughly. Once the ground has been prepare, dig a hole which is broader, but not deeper, than what the original size of the pot the plant has come in. Position the plant in the hole and backfill any gaps with the excess soil. Give the plant a deep soaking of water to help settle the roots.
If planting into a pot, make sure the container selected is large enough for the plant selected. Never pot a plant into a container which is too small. Use a premium quality potting mix as this has all the added fertilisers and wetting agents required for having a healthy plant.
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