Astilbe Rock and Roll
Astilbe Rock and Roll
Astilbe Rock and Roll
Astilbe Rock and Roll
Astilbe Rock and Roll
Astilbe Rock and Roll
Astilbe Rock and Roll
Astilbe x arendsii Rock and Roll
Arendsii Astilbe, False Goat's Beard, False Spirea
Already well ramified young plant planted
Erwan, 01/05/2021
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Description
Astilbe 'Rock and Roll' is a mid-early flowering hybrid. From July, its long white plumes on red stems illuminate the surroundings of water features, shady gardens, wet areas of the garden, or a large container kept moist on the terrace. Its feathery panicles remain very attractive as cut flowers or in dried bouquets. The foliage takes on beautiful hues in autumn.
The 'Rock and Roll' Astilbe is a rhizomatous perennial plant, which has an upright habit with deciduous, compound foliage with dark green toothed leaflets. It will reach a height of 60 cm (24in) when in flower, spreading over 50 to 70 cm (20 to 28in). A long-lived plant belonging to the saxifrage family. It is one of the many hybrids created in Germany by Georg Arends, obtained from four species originating in the Far East (A. astilboides, A. davidii, A. japonica, A. thunbergii).
Plant Astilbe ardensii in moist to damp, rich, neutral to acidic soil. This hybrid does not tolerate a lack of water. The plant adapts well to clay soils if they are healthy and fertile. Note that Astilbes do not tolerate being flooded in winter. Plant Astilbe arendsii in partial shade or in a non-scorching sunny position: in nature, these plants grow in moist undergrowth. Daily watering will be necessary in hot summers.
Astilbe arendsii can easily be grown in containers, as a bog plant, in borders or for cut flowers and dried flowers. In understory areas, to create a screen as a hedge, and in flower beds. Combine with Hostas, Ferns (Athyrium filix-femina), Arums, Cape lilies (Schizostylis coccinea), and Meadowsweet (Filipendula) or other riverside perennials.
Arends hybrids present less risk of allergies than other Astilbes. In Asia, dried leaves are sometimes used as a substitute for tea and the young stems are cooked and eaten.
Astilbe Rock and Roll in pictures
Flowering
Foliage
Plant habit
Botanical data
Astilbe
x arendsii
Rock and Roll
Saxifragaceae
Arendsii Astilbe, False Goat's Beard, False Spirea
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
The 'Rock and Roll' Astilbe thrives in partial shade. You can place it in mild sunlight but avoid the hot midday sun. It is a trouble-free plant. Plant in spring or autumn in cool, moist, well-drained soil, rich in organic matter. It is a perennial that prefers fertile soils. You can put it in a marshy area. Do not plant in limestone soil as it is susceptible to drying out. To plant, work your soil well to a depth of 20 cm (8in), and place a base fertiliser at the bottom of the planting hole. Remove your plant from its pot and position, covering the top of the root ball with 3 cm (1in) of soil, then fill in and water thoroughly to remove air pockets. In dry weather, regular watering is necessary for a few weeks to aid root development. The Astilbe requires very little maintenance, just keep the soil moist and add compost and fertilizer in spring. In winter the flowers and young foliage can be damaged by spring frosts. It is best to avoid digging near these plants, as the roots develop near the surface. These plants are resistant to diseases and are rarely attacked by insects. While slugs ignore them, they may be prone to powdery mildew and fungal spots.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.