Pink Astilbe Live Semi Bare Rooted Plant PLANTS WILL BE DUG UP AFTER PAYMENT TO GET YOU THE FRESHEST PLANT AND GIVE PLANT A BETTER CHANCE. Plant may trim short during the shipping due to very tall for full growing season and better survive From November to March, We ship these plants in their dormant state. This means they will have no leaves. The stem will be strewn with buds for this coming spring's growth. If you live in a southern state, these will push new growth upon planting them as dormancy is dependent on hours of daylight and temperature. We are located in PA State and temperatures can differ drastically around the country. Pink Astilbe adds whimsical texture to every space with fluffy, pink spikes of flowers. Astilbes are wonderful shade perennials, known for their dark green, fernlike foliage and plume-like flowers. Flowers bloom mid-summer and make charming fresh or dried cut flowers. Don't let its appearance fool you; it's low maintenance and easy to grow. No deadheading is required to enjoy the beautiful blooms. We even suggest leaving the spent flowers for winter interest! Try planting it in groupings between bold Hosta, colorful heucheras, spring-flowering hellebore, or as an underplanting to hydrangeas. Dozens of fragrant spikes bloom in summer! Instantly brightens shaded areas. Spent flowers provide winter interest. Easy to grow and low maintenance. Zones 4-8, sun, part sun, shade, 2' tall x 2' wide at maturity. DIRECTIONS: Soak roots in water for 24 hours if the plant is very stress during the shipping. Transplant into rich potting soil in a large pot (gallon size or larger). Soil line is about 2 inches above the roots. Water well then keep the soil moist but not saturated (well drained). Keep in bright indirect sunlight until established (at least 2 months) then move gradually into full sun. Outside planting is best in the late fall while they are dormant or in early spring after all chance of frost and plants are well established. If your soil is poor, mix it half and half with potting soil. Use a tree and shrub fertilizer after established according to package directions. Customer Service: Your success is our success. If you feel like you cannot leave us a 5 star rating or if you have any issues with your order, like damaged or wrong items etc...just send us a note and we'll promptly resolve the issue for you.