Planting, caring for and pruning astilbes

The splendor is perfect for partially shaded locations and is therefore an eye-catcher even in rather sunny corners of the garden. Here is the astilbe easy to plant and care for.

Thrive in partially shaded corners of the garden splendor spars (astilbe) preferably. Depending on the species, their feather-like inflorescences appear from June to September and appear almost artificial. Among other things, the selection of the location is of great importance for vigorous growth of the plant.

plant astilbes

When you get to know the needs of the astilbes, you can decide whether you have a suitable place for them in the garden. Once the position has been chosen, the astilbe to be planted.

When to plant astilbe

The best time to plant astilbes is in autumn. They are sensitive to drought - so it makes sense if the astilbes are already well rooted in summer. The best way to do this is through fall planting.

The right location for astilbes

The right location in the garden is a semi-shady place with moist, loose, humus-rich soil, for example of a loamy-sandy kind. Some are well suited for a spot in the wooded area or at the edge of the wood, others also for the bed and the open space. The place must not be waterlogged. A skeletal subsoil without soil compaction is best. The substrate can be acidic to neutral. Since the astilbe tolerates strong root pressure, it is well suited for areas under trees that are difficult to green. The claims of Astilbe varieties and species very similar. Our Plantura organic universal soil Helps plants develop rich blooms through moderate nutrient release and supports vigorous growth.

Tip: On soils with good water capacity, the king's spear can also stand in the sun, but this combination of site conditions rarely succeeds. The sunnier the location, the more attention should be paid to adequate soil moisture. If the splendor spire is in a too dry place, this is shown by ruffled, rolled leaves that die off shortly afterwards.

If you die astilbe If you want to cultivate in a bucket, you should make sure that there is an adequate water supply. Otherwise, the small volume of substrate dries out very quickly. Pots with the option of storing water are therefore ideal.

Are astilbes eaten by snails? Snails don't seem to like astilbes, so they leave them alone.

Instructions for planting

Astilbes are not usually planted individually, but rather used in small groups or even as ground cover - this is how they come into their own and thrive most healthily. Proceed as follows when planting splendor spars:

• Choose a suitable location
• Planting depth: The vegetation point of the astilbe do not cover with soil
• Observe a planting distance of 40 - 60 cm
• Use fertilizer for good growth
• Cover and water with substrate

Combine astilbes

Magnificent spars can be fabulously combined with other shade perennials. azalea, rhododendron, Funkie, monkshood and columbine are excellent, for example. However, ornamental spars look particularly good with grasses and ferns, as these plants are rather reserved and the almost artificial-looking ornamental spars come into their own here. Astilbes also look beautiful in combination with woody plants. Please note that the astilbe can sometimes grow somewhat dominantly, so that delicately strung plants may be crowded out. The combination with robust ferns and higher grasses is therefore ideal here.

care for astilbes

If the location of the astilbes is well chosen, you don't have to spend a lot of care. The robust splendor then thrives almost by itself. However, due to its strong urge to spread, it can overgrow other plants and may need to be contained, especially when replanting. Below are a few tips for proper care.

Water and fertilize

The astilbe has a high water requirement. If the splendor is in a damp location, you only have to water it a little. On dry soil, it must be watered regularly, preferably with rainwater. A layer of compost prevents additional drying out. Because of its high nutrient requirements, the peas should be fertilized at the beginning of spring. Only too much nitrogen does not tolerate the plant well. Our Plantura organic universal fertilizer supports, for example, healthy plant growth through a balanced NPK ratio and thus promotes vigorous root and flower growth and the preservation of soil quality.

Cut splendor spars

Basically, you don't have to cut astilbe. It is enough to remove the withered inflorescences by hand. By cutting in the spring, however, the inflorescences still look decorative over the winter and at the same time the winter hardiness of the plant is improved.

Astilbes have dried up: what to do?

Insufficiently moist soil can turn the foliage brown. In addition, astilbes with poor water supplies are more susceptible to powdery mildew infestation. It is best to cut off the dry leaves. Limp leaves should be left on the plant, because fresh cuts would only increase the water loss. If she astilbe dried up, you can tell if the shoot that you cut off is still greenish on the inside or not. If it's green inside, it's astilbe not dried up too much - and with a little watering and a shady stand or shading, it can probably be raised again.

Although she is in the shadows, it is astilbe possible to form beautiful flowers. More beautiful flowering plants like that columbine look great in the garden in combination with spars.