1G Astilbe 'Dark Side of the Moon' Dark Side of the Moon Astilbe: Patent PP35,461 1014326

• »  Leaves emerge yellow, turn dark as they age
• »  Raspberry colored buds bloom into purple
• »  Performs best in sun
• »  Also grows in shade
• »  Moderate drought tolerance

• Category:Perennial
• Breeder:Proven Winners
• Hardiness Zone:4-9
• Height:2-3 ft
• Spread:2-3 ft
• Bloom Color:Purple Shades
• Foliage Color:Black

'Dark Side of the Moon' is the only dark leafed Astilbe with purple flowers that's on the market. Rich deep chocolate burgundy leaves form an incredibly attractive mound of foliage. Emerging leaves are yellow with a dark margin with a glossy sheen that become completely dark as they age. Dark stems hold raspberry buds that burst forth with rosy purple flowers. This performs best both for growing and flowering in full sun in the north with adequate moisture, but also grows in shade.