{"product_id":"astilbe-heavy-metal-bare-root-plant-ruby-red-blooms-shade-loving-perennial-2-3-eye-healthy-roots-deer-rabbit-resistant","title":"Astilbe 'Heavy Metal' Bare Root Plant | Ruby Red Blooms | Shade-Loving Perennial | 2-3 Eye Healthy Roots | Deer \u0026 Rabbit Resistant","description":"\u003cp\u003eAstilbe 'Heavy Metal' is a shade-loving perennial with stunning ruby-red blooms and attractive foliage. Ships as 2-3 eye bare root plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: One Astilbe 'Heavy Metal' bare root plant (2-3 eye)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant Blooms: Produces large, fluffy ruby-red flowers in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShade-Loving: Thrives in part shade to full shade conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Maintenance: Easy to grow, drought-resistant with consistent watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardy: Grows well in USDA Zones 4-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive Foliage: Features dark green, cut-leaf foliage for year-round interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer \u0026amp; Rabbit Resistant: Tolerant to common garden pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for Containers \u0026amp; Borders: A perfect focal point for shady gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Size: Mature height 1.5-2 ft, spreads 1.5-2 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator-Friendly: Attracts butterflies \u0026amp; beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Chinese Astilbe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientific Name: Astilbe × arendsii ‘Heavy Metal’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Herbaceous Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Exposure: Part shade to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil Type: Moist, humusy, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Needs: Moderate to high (soil should not dry out)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloom Time: Late spring to summer (May-June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower Color: Ruby red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage: Deep green, finely cut leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife Attraction: Pollinators \u0026amp; butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates: Deer, rabbits, heavy shade, black walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal Uses: Containers, woodland gardens, shade borders, mass plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Instructions:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a Location: Select a shady to part-shade spot with moist, well-draining soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare the Soil: Enrich with compost or organic matter for best growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting Depth: Dig a hole wide enough for roots and plant with the crown just at soil level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in dry weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadheading: Remove faded flowers for a tidy look or leave them for winter interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDividing: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain plant health and vigor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eastilbe heavy metal, shade garden plant, ruby red astilbe, perennial flowers, deer resistant plants, rabbit resistant flowers, part shade perennials, moist soil plants, shade border plant, pollinator friendly flowers, woodland garden plant, container gardening, summer bloom perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starter Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eastilbe 'heavy metal' bare root plant , ruby red blooms , shade-loving perennial , 2-3 eye healthy roots , deer \u0026amp; rabbit resistant\u003cbr\u003eShips from: USA\u003cbr\u003eVendor: Jayme Garden\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jayme Garden","offers":[{"title":"Astilbe 'Heavy Metal' Bare Root Plant | Ruby Red Blooms | Shade-Loving Perennial | 2-3 Eye Healthy Roots | Deer \u0026 Rabbit Resistant","offer_id":46395487158443,"sku":"sku-50091791941920","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/0142\/7371\/files\/567_5aa8ec65-f53d-4ca4-b18e-ea054a175e7c.png?v=1775149968","url":"https:\/\/walnutcreekpet.com\/products\/astilbe-heavy-metal-bare-root-plant-ruby-red-blooms-shade-loving-perennial-2-3-eye-healthy-roots-deer-rabbit-resistant","provider":"Walnut Creek Pets LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}