Astilbe glaberrima 'Yakushima' (Micro Astilbe) Flowers Purple They will multiply fast when

They will multiply fast when kept moist and not too shady

In the mountains

I particularly like how the flower buds sparkle like stars on graceful stems

too much can kill them

Works best when trellised or sent to climb up a tree

Astilbe glaberrima 'Yakushima' (Micro Astilbe) Flowers Purple They will multiply fast whenFamily: Saxifragaceae Zone: 4 9 Natural Range: Japan Soil: Average to moist, humus rich Light: Sun part shade Height: 4" 6" Bloom Time: June to July Attracts: Butterflies, Bees Pest Resistance: NA Attributes: Deciduous. Dense foliage in tiny mound with short sprays of light pink flowers. Notes: Rare Astilbe endemic to the mountains of Yakushima Japan.