Further detail about this can be seen here. Also question is, how long does astilbe take to sprout?
Put in a cool, protected area and plant as soon as possible. For extended storage time, place in refridgerator for up to 3 weeks. Keep these moist all summer long. In the garden, the bulbs will sprout when the soil temperature rises usually around May.
Likewise, is astilbe easy to grow? You can plant astilbe seeds, but they are short–lived and difficult to germinate. It is easier to plant divisions from other astilbe plants. Plant divisions in the spring or fall about 1 to 3 feet apart, depending on the type. Astilbes can grow in deep shade, but will not flower as much.
Besides, why is my astilbe not growing?
Soil and Moisture – Although astilbe prefers organic, well-drained, acidic soil, it's important that the plant is relatively moisture retentive. Fertilizer – Astilbe plants are heavy feeders and may not bloom without adequate nutrition; this is a common reason for an astilbe not flowering.
Is astilbe poisonous to dogs?
Astilbe may be some of the taller plants in your perennial shade garden, as they grow to heights between 2 and 5 feet. Both astilbe and yellow corydalis are non-toxic to dogs.
