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Astilbe 'Fanal'
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Astilbe x arendsii 'Fanal'

False Spirea

Astilbe 'Fanal' offers deep red feathery plumes in the summer for a graceful addition to the perennial garden. 'Fanal' is noted for having perhaps the darkest red flowers of any of the astilbes and for its unique foliage. A compact astilbe, Fanal's foliage emerges bronze but turns dark green with a reddish tint as the summer progresses.

Additional:

'Fanal' has been cultivated since 1933, yet remains one of the best red astilbes.

False Spirea Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Does best in moist, but well-drained shady spots. Cut back old foliage in spring.

Height:

12-18 Inches

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Spread:

12-18 Inches

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Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Characteristics & Attributes for Astilbe x arendsii 'Fanal'

Exposure
• Sun
• Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
• Average
• Moist
Attracts Wildlife
• Hummingbirds
• Butterflies
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
Height
• 16-24 Inches
Attributes
• Great Foliage
• Mass Planting
• Border or Bed
• Cut Flower
• Dried Flower
Foliage Color
• Green
• Red
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