Maggie Daley Astilbe African Violet 3-4" double to semi-double golden

3-4" double to semi-double golden yellow blooms with an attractive black central cone atop sturdy stems

Evergreen in mild climates

Hot raspberry pink

This helps it achieve its full

pale yellow starburst centers that fade to raspberry near the tip

Maggie Daley Astilbe African Violet 3-4" double to semi-double goldenAstilbes are long lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in sun. Increase watering as the foliage emerges and the plumes mature. If the soil dries out,