Common Name:
Dark Side of the Moon Astilbe
Description:
Astilbe ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ is a dramatic and eye-catching perennial, celebrated for its rich, dark chocolate to deep burgundy foliage and contrasting soft lavender-pink flower plumes. The finely divided leaves emerge with intense colour in spring and retain their deep tones throughout the growing season, providing bold contrast in shaded garden spaces. In late spring to early summer, upright feathery flower spikes rise above the foliage, creating a soft, airy display that brightens darker corners of the garden. This variety thrives in Melbourne’s cooler months and performs best in part shade to full shade with moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Regular watering is essential, particularly during dry spells, as astilbes prefer consistently damp conditions. Ideal for woodland-style plantings, shaded borders, and feature pots, ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ adds both foliage interest and seasonal colour to the landscape.
Form:
*Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
Mature Size:
Height: 45–60 cm
Width: 40–60 cm
Aspect:
*Part Shade
*Full Shade
Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring
*Flowers in Summer
Flower Colour:
Lavender-pink
Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Perennial
Shade loving
Foliage interest
Ideal for Woodland Gardens
Suitable for Mass Planting
Toxicity:
Generally regarded as non-toxic to humans and pets.
Companion Plants:
Hosta
Heuchera
Hellebore
Ferns
Brunnera
Tiarella
Plant Growers Australia (PGA) is an innovative wholesale production nursery based in Melbourne, renowned for superior quality garden plants and pioneering breeding programs.
PGA do not sell direct to the public, but their website has detailed information on this species that is available for everyone to access.
Visit www.pga.com.au for further details and photos of this plant.
