Adonis amurensis Astilbe representing the range between the

representing the range between the two parents

burgundy-red flowers

Leo Koelewyn

Despite its 165+ age

starting in mid-May with 42" tall spikes

Adonis amurensis Astilbe representing the range between theAdonis amurensis is a fascinating spring ephemeral ranunculus relative from mountainous grassland meadows and forest edges in alpine and subalpine zones in China, Japan, Korea, and eastern Siberia. Thelacy green foliage emerges for us in late January, and by early February is topped with 8" tall stalks of bright yellow daisies. After flowering, the foliage expands to 15" tall until warm temperatures arrive at which time it goes to sleep for the