Sheet after sheet rolls up – in no time! The astilbe lacks water and dies of thirst. But how can it be with regular watering? A look at the thermometer suggests that you have to reach for the watering can more often than usual!
Why do astilbe leaves curl and what can you do about it?
Astilbe leaves curl up due to lack of moisture. To prevent this, water regularly without over-draining the soil and place the plant in a shady location. Dried leaves or shoots should be cut off to promote the he alth of the plant.
Why do astilbe leaves curl up?
The Astilbe, also known as the Astilbe, curls up its leavesbecause it suffers from a lack of moisture All specimens are at risk if they are not watered enough. The lack of water becomes more pronounced if they are too sunny. Astilbes in pots are also more susceptible to drying out. If the dry season lasts longer, more and more leaves turn brown and the astilbe dries up.
What do I do if the leaves are curled?
First of all, the perennial urgently needs to be watered. As soon as the shoots and leaves have soaked up the precious liquid again, an inventory is needed. Shoots with curled, brown or dried leaves,cut cut off with sharp scissors. If only a few shoots are affected, this is not a problem. However, if too many shoots are removed, the plant's photosynthesis suffers. It is therefore important to prevent water shortages.
How do I water astilbe properly so that it doesn't curl up its leaves?
All Astilbe varieties love constant moisture: Astilbe japonica, Astilbe chinensis, Astilbe thunbergii and all hybrids Astilbe x. arrendsi. However, you don't want to stand wet so that your roots don't rot. To meet these requirements, watering must be tailored day after day. The water requirement of astilbe is particularly high on dry, warm days and during the flowering period.
- Root ball must not dry out
- do the finger test regularly
- water as soon as the soil surface has dried
- Avoid constant wetness
- pay attention to good soil drainage when planting
- Do not moisten leaves and flowers
Which location is good so that Astilbe doesn't get too warm?
The Astilbeneeds the shade, can even be planted under trees. Partial shade is also acceptable if the blazing midday sun does not shine on it. Full sun is not possible at all. The root ball of an astilbe in a pot heats up even faster, especially if the pot is black. It belongs in a shady place. And even then, watering should not be neglected.
Tip
Do not plant Astilbe in the immediate vicinity of shallow-rooted shrubs
Astilbe likes to grow in the shade of trees and shrubs. However, since this is a very shallow-rooted plant, there can be competition for water absorption. It is very likely that the astilbe will be left behind. Be sure to maintain a larger planting distance.
