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Key characteristics

Family: Saxifragaceae
Height: 18 to 24 inches
Width: 12 to 18 inches
Flower color: Soft pink, dense plumes
Foliage color: Deep green, fern-like
Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Water: Moderate to high
Maintenance: Low; occasional deadheading and division every few years
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies

Perennials

Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Pink'

Vision in Pink Astilbe

Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Pink' is a lovely perennial known for its dense, plume-like flowers in bright pink hues that bloom in mid to late summer. The upright flower clusters rise above dark green, finely textured foliage, creating a delicate yet vibrant contrast. As the flowers mature, they maintain their graceful form, adding texture and color to garden borders or shaded areas.

Originating from hybridization efforts focused on enhancing bloom color and plant vigor, 'Vision in Pink' is prized for its reliable performance and ability to thrive in partially shaded garden settings.

Light

Partial shade to full shade

Water

Moderate to high

Bloom time

Mid to late summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Shade Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Rain Gardens

Companion plants

Solomon's seal · Ferns · Lungworts · Wild ginger · Hellebores · Japanese forest grass

Design tip

The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Cooler light suits it, so tuck it on the north side of a shrub or wall where the soil stays even.