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    Astilbe Bunter Zauber

    Astilbe Bunter Zauber

    $15.00
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    Astilbe 'Bunter Zauber' is a beautiful clump-forming perennial renowned for its elegant feathery flower plumes and lush fern-like foliage. Producing striking plumes in shades of soft pink to rose-pink throughout summer, this variety brings colour, texture and sophistication to shaded borders, woodland gardens and moisture-loving plantings.

    Astilbes are among the best perennials for brightening partially shaded areas, and Bunter Zauber is no exception. Its colourful flowers rise above attractive foliage, creating a long-lasting display that combines beautifully with hostas, ferns and other shade-loving plants.

    Why You'll Love Astilbe Bunter Zauber

    • Stunning feathery pink flower plumes
    • Excellent plant for shade and part shade
    • Attractive fern-like foliage
    • Long-lasting summer colour
    • Perfect for woodland and cottage gardens
    • Great cut flower potential
    • Highly frost hardy
    • Adds texture and movement to garden beds

    • Expected 5 Year Height 0.7 M Width 0.6 M

    Is Astilbe Bunter Zauber suitable for my garden?

    Astilbe Bunter Zauber is best suited in a position that gets

    • Partial shade
    • Full sun

    Astilbe Bunter Zauber is

    • Perennial
    • Winter Dormant
    • Frost Tolerant
    • Flowering
    • Fast-growing
    • Cold hardy

    Astilbe Bunter Zauber will thrive in soil that is

    • Free draining
    • Nutrient rich
    • Acidic

    How to establish your Astilbe Bunter Zauber?

    Plant Astilbe Bunter Zauber in part shade to full shade.

    For best results:

    Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.
    Full shade is tolerated in bright positions.
    Avoid hot, exposed afternoon sun, particularly in dry locations.

    How to maintain your Astilbe Bunter Zauber once established?

    Water regularly during establishment.

    Astilbe Bunter Zauber requires consistent moisture throughout the growing season.

    During dry weather:

    Water deeply and regularly.
    Avoid allowing the soil to dry out completely.
    Mulch around the base to retain moisture.

    For strong growth and abundant flowers:

    Apply compost annually in spring.
    Use a balanced slow-release fertiliser at the beginning of the growing season.
    Mulch regularly to improve soil structure and moisture retention.

    After flowering:

    Remove spent flower stems if a tidy appearance is desired.
    Alternatively, leave flower plumes in place for additional texture.

    The dried flower heads can remain attractive well into autumn.

    Autumn
    Allow foliage to die back naturally.
    The foliage helps feed the crown for next season's growth.
    Winter
    Cut old stems and foliage back to ground level.
    Fresh growth will emerge in spring.

    Astilbes benefit from division every 3–5 years.

    Division helps:

    Rejuvenate older clumps
    Improve flowering
    Increase plant numbers

    The best time to divide is in spring or autumn.

    Astilbe Bunter Zauber is extremely frost hardy and performs well throughout New Zealand.

    Winter maintenance is simple:

    Cut back dead growth.
    Apply mulch around the crown.
    Ensure soil does not completely dry out.
    Growing in Containers

    Astilbe performs very well in containers provided moisture is maintained.

    For best results:

    Use a premium moisture-retentive potting mix.
    Position in part shade.
    Water regularly during warm weather.
    Feed annually in spring.
    Companion Plants

    Astilbe Bunter Zauber combines beautifully with:

    Hosta
    Heuchera Amethyst
    Ligularia reniformis
    Ferns
    Lobelia cardinalis
    Brunnera
    Japanese Anemones
    Hellebores

    These combinations create lush, colourful shade gardens with texture and interest throughout the season.
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