When to plant:
(In the UK, In Pots/Containers, Seeds)
Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Red' blooms over the summer, therefore planting in the early spring will enable the plant to be ready in time for flowering.

How to plant:
(In the UK, In Pots/Containers)

Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’ needs to be planted in a pot initially until it is established and strong enough to be transplanted into the garden during the spring. Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’ thrives in moist and well fertilised soil which has the benefit of full sun or least partial shade.

How to grow:
(In Pots/Containers, from seed/cuttings, in the UK)
Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’is grown from root division. Root division and replanting should take place in early spring.  Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’ grows vigorously in the UK provided that it has an adequate amount of sun and a moist fertile soil to grow in

Caring for:
(In Spring/Summer/Autumn & Winter, In Pots, In the UK)
Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’should be cut back in the early autumn. Watering over particularly try periods over the summer may be required as the Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red does not manage well in dry soil.

Problems to look out for include vine weevil, powdery mildew and leaf spot.

Where to plant:

Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’works well in larger planters, either on their own or as part of a  mixed tub, it can also be planted into the garden once younger plants are more established. As this plant requires a good level of sunlight, or at least on partial shade, tubs make it easy to accommodate this as they can be moved to ensure optimum exposure.

If planting young plants directly into the garden choose a boarder or bed which is not overly shaded and which has an adequate level of moisture in the soil.

What to plant with:
Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Red' is striking magenta  plant which would work well with a variety of pot or bedding flowers, particularly Phlox or any of the longer stemmed garden perennials in various colours. Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Redlooks best against a dark green background which serves to further advertise its vivid colour.

How to propagate:
(Cuttings/Seeds etc)

Root division is the most effective way to propagate the Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Red'. Division should take place in early March which should enable the young plants to be established enough to transplant into soil by mid-late May.

Companion/Combination plants for:
Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’ works very well in a border or tub with Phlox and Hostas  both of which which also thrive in moist fertile soil and require  partial shade to full sun.

Is Astilbe chinensis 'Visions in Red' hardy:
Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions in Red’ is a hardy plant which needs approximately a few hours’ maintenance and care per year only.

 

Other types of Astilbe:
The Astilbe group are a cultivated collection of hybrids which come in a variety of colours are which all tend to be very easy to grow in the UK in the right conditions.