Astilbe chinensis 'Dragon's Lair' is a dramatic Chinese astilbe selection producing saturated magenta-purple flower plumes atop dark stems and deep purple, finely toothed foliage from June to August. The sultry, burgundy-purple foliage forms a substantial mound that holds well through the growing season, making 'Dragon's Lair' Chinese astilbe as useful in bloom as it is a textural ground layer. More tolerant of summer heat and occasional dryness than many astilbes once established, 'Dragon's Lair' Chinese astilbe performs well in woodland gardens, shaded commercial landscapes, and moisture-retentive borders. Its bold coloration pairs particularly well with chartreuse foliage of perennials such as Heuchera villosa 'Citronelle' and fine-textured shade grasses or sedges.

• Category: Perennials
• Patent: PPAF
• Hardiness Zone: 4
• Height: 26 Inches
• Spread: 20 Inches
• Bloom Color: Pink, Purple