Use and Care Manual

Astilbe are very popular, rugged, versatile, shade lovers that

thrive in moist conditions. They produce tall, long, elegant,

colorful plumes above divided fern-like green foliage in the

summer. It adds bursts of impressive color to the garden

landscape. Best yet, they are low maintenance, attract

butterﬂies and are deer and rabbit resistant. Astilbe are

quite diverse with hundreds of varieties available. Each

overachieves in providing splendid ﬂower shows. Use them in

groups or mass them to create a ground cover. Cut for ﬂower

arrangements when they are half opened.

ASTILBE BLACKBERRY CAKE

Van Zyverden’s

Jump start your spring/summer

perennial garden

Blooms all season Easy to grow

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Van Zyverden’s ASTILBE BLACKBERRY CAKE Astilbe are very popular, rugged, versatile, shade lovers that thrive in moist conditions. They produce tall, long, elegant, colorful plumes above divided fern-like green foliage in the summer. It adds bursts of impressive color to the garden landscape. Best yet, they are low maintenance, attract butterflies and are deer and rabbit resistant. Astilbe are quite diverse with hundreds of varieties available. Each overachieves in providing splendid flower shows.
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About This Variety: Blackberry Cake grows sturdy, fern-like foliage and stems with tall, dark rose plums. Growing Instructions: Plant in organically rich, evenly moist, well drained soils. Care Tip: It does not tolerate hot summer temperatures and is a good choice for moderate climates. Prefers moist conditions. Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Shade Height: Grows 20-26” tall Spacing: Plant 18-30” apart, 1.