Astilbe Dark Side of the Moon

Introducing the only dark-leafed astilbe with purple flowers known on the market today! Dark Side of the Moon charms gardeners and homeowners with its boldly hued, feathery flowers and unique dark foliage. Leaves emerge yellow with an eye-catching dark margin, but age to a glossy, deep chocolate brown. Not to be outdone, the fluffy flower plumes show dazzling shades of rich purple in late summer. Outstanding in any shade garden or container, this late bloomer attracts plenty of attention. Shows some drought tolerance.

Hardiness Zones 4-9
Mature Height 20 - 22 inches
Bloom Time Late summer (August)
Light Requirements Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
Ship AsPREMIUM
Deer Resistant
Cut Flower
Container Friendly
Attracts Pollinators

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Botanical Name: Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' PPAF CPBRAF

Availability: Out Of Season

SKU: #88543

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Restricted States US:
AE AK GU HI PR VI
Botanical Name:
Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' PPAF CPBRAF
Size:
PREMIUM
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Bouquets, Container Gardening, Cut Flowers, Dried Flowers, Perennializing, Showy Flowers, Shade Garden, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator

Flower Color:
Purple
Flower Form:
Each plum consists hunders of tiny flowers
Foliage Type:
Divided near-black shades foliage
Mature Spread:
24 - 28 inches
Spacing:
24 - 28 inches

Growing Tips

Planting Instructions:
Top of plant should be just below soil level and 24-28" apart
Soil Moisture:
Well drained
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Pruning Instructions:
Not needed

Winter Care:
Mulch +/- 2"
Planting Depth:
Top of plant should be just below soil level.
Watering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not over water.
Fertilization Requirements:
Once per year
Special Care:
Before planting soak in water for 30 minutes

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Shipping Information

K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.

We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.

We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule. Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48 contiguous states. What zone am I in?

Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule

Bulbs and Bareroot
Zones	Shipping Dates	Last Order Date
3A-5A	4/28/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
5B	4/7/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
6A	3/24/25 -5/30/25	5/26/25
6B	3/10/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
7A	2/24/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
7B-8A	2/17/25 - 5/9/25	5/5/25
8B-9A	2/10/25 - 5/9/25	5/5/25
9B-11B	2/3/25 - 5/9/25	5/5/25

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Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship any plant items from late June through August. General merchandise will be shipped with your plant order.

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