The astilbe blooms too magnificently to always only get the unpopular shady spot in the garden. The pot is also attractive and can actually be a good root house for her. If the location is right and the owner takes the care level up a few notches.
How do you care for an astilbe in a pot?
Astilbene can be cultivated successfully in pots by placing it in a partially shaded or shady location and ensuring that the soil is rich in nutrients. For optimal growth, they require regular watering and fertilization as well as protective measures during wintering.
Can astilbe grow in a pot?
TheAstilbe can grow in pots But not all varieties are ideal for pots. Low and creeping Chinese sparrows (Astilbe chinensis) are more suitable as ground cover for the garden, but do not come into their own in pots. Varieties that grow upright and reach great heights, such as many Japanese splendors (Astilbe japonica), are a beautiful eye-catcher on the terrace or balcony. Even among the hybrid breeds with the addition “arendsii” you can find many that are visually suitable for pots.
What is the ideal location for astilbe in a pot?
For the astilbe in the pot, the optimal locations are those that offer the same conditions as the ideal garden spot.
- half shade or shady
- no strong sunlight
- nutrient-rich soil with a high humus content
- high water storage capacity
The “pot location” should not be too small, because the annual shoots in spring make the shade perennial grow ever more lush.
How to care for the astilbe in the pot?
Care is more complex in the pot than in the garden bed. The main thing ismore watering and more fertilizing.
- Earth must never dry out
- the warmer the days, the more often and more watering
- fertilize from April to September
- with slow-release fertilizer or liquid complete fertilizer
- Dosage and frequency according to manufacturer recommendation
- cut dried shoots in spring
- Constantly remove diseased and broken shoots
- if the roots become too crowded, repot in spring
How do you overwinter the astilbe in the pot?
Astilbes are hardy, but not indestructible, especially not in pots. Therefore,wintering indoorsis the first choice in Germany. If space is limited, this perennial can be cut back radically. If she has to stayoutside, then she is only well prepared against the frost with theseProtective measures:
- Wrap the pot with bubble wrap or plant fleece
- place against a protected wall
- Push Styrofoam or wooden plate underneath
- Cover shoots with breathable fleece
- water something every now and then
Tip
If you are allergic to bee venom, avoid growing in pots
Astilbes are very popular with bees during the flowering period. This is wonderful, because there can never be enough bee-friendly perennials. But in the pot on the terrace or balcony they are close to us. People who are allergic to bee stings should therefore avoid cultivating in pots.
