Common Name: “False Spirea”
(False Spirea) Astilbe 'Maggie Daley' displays a profusion of showy spikes of lavender-purple panicles in mid to late summer. The fuzzy flowers are full and packed closely together, resembling a bouquet that sits atop shiny, bronze-green foliage. 'Maggie Daley' grows best in rich soil that is consistently moist.
Flower Color: Purple
Height: 3 Feet
Spread: 1-2 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 4-9
False Spirea Growing Tips:
Astilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement--lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in sun. Increase watering as the foliage emerges and the plumes mature. If the soil dries out, the leaves will develop brown, crispy margins and will begin to drop. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before flowering starts.
'Maggie Daley' Characteristics & Attributes
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Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Partial Shade
- Full Shade
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Soil Moisture Needs
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Attributes
- Cut Flower or Foliage
- Dried Flower
- Fragrant
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Critter Resistance
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Season of Interest (Foliage)
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