Astilbe 'Purpurkerze'

Purpurkerze'-AStilbe

A striking, tall shade perennial known for its narrow, upright deep rose-red to purple-red flower plumes held well above handsome dark green foliage. ‘Purpurkerze’ (meaning Purple Candle) adds strong vertical accent and rich color to shaded borders and woodland plantings.

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft)



Height: 30–36 in (2.5–3 ft)



Flower color: Deep rose-red to purplish red



Bloom time: Early to mid summer



Foliage: Dark green, finely divided, glossy



Form: Upright, clump-forming



Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial



Growing conditions



Sun: Part shade to full shade (tolerates morning sun with consistent moisture)



Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained; prefers humus-rich soils



Water: Moderate to high; soil should remain consistently moist



Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8



Landscape use



Shade and woodland gardens



Back of perennial borders



Mass plantings for vertical emphasis



Along streams and ponds



Cut flower gardens (excellent fresh or dried)



Notes



Taller than many astilbes—great for layering in shade



Generally deer resistant



Strong, upright plumes resist flopping



Foliage remains attractive after bloom



Performs best with steady moisture and organic soils

Plant type

Perennial

Height

36-42''

Width

18-24''

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

Red

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Upright

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No