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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 24, 2017
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    We have an article to help you with planting and care of Astilbe bare roots.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astilbe/bare-root-planting-astilbe.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 26, 2017
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    I should also add that you can start them earlier by placing in pots with a good commercial potting mix.
    They can be placed in a cool greenhouse or a cold frame. You will need to keep them in bright light but above freezing temperatures.
    You can then plant them out when weather warms.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 26, 2017
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    Plant out any time after danger of frost has passed in the spring.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astilbe/bare-root-planting-astilbe.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 27, 2017
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    Pot the bare roots into 1 gallon nursery pots using a good quality potting soil.
    Water the containers and place them in a cool and bright location.
    Move outdoors when danger of frost has passed.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 10, 2017
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    I assume you are planting bare roots. They should be shipped moist and remain so up until planting. You can add some water, but soaking should not be needed.
    This article will help you.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astilbe/bare-root-planting-astilbe.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 23, 2017
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    A few hours of morning light will be good for Astilbe growth.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astilbe/growing-astilbe-plants.htm

    Make sure the chicken manure is properly composted before applying as a top dressing or fertilizer.
    Chicken manure is high in nitrogen and too much nitrogen will cause lots of green leaves and few flowers.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/manures/chicken-manure-fertilizer.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 20, 2017
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    Astilbe plants are not poisonous to dogs, and don't traditionally cause negative effects, but you should check with your veterinarian since all dogs (just like humans) are different. Your dog may be experiencing a reaction to a plant (whether it's an Astilbe or any other plant) that other dogs may not.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 15, 2017
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    Though I found no reason for Astilbe changing color in my research, this article may help in some explanation.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/astilbe/growing-astilbe-plants.htm

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