{"product_id":"montgomery-astilbe","title":"Montgomery Astilbe","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRich Red Plumes for a Bold Shade Statement\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eMontgomery Astilbe (\u003cem\u003eAstilbe japonica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Montgomery') delivers deep, glowing red plumes above bronze-tinted, finely cut foliage in mid to late summer. It's a strong, dependable performer that brings warmth and drama to shady, moist borders where bold color is rare, while quietly feeding pollinators and shrugging off deer and rabbits. A standout for Edina, Maple Grove, and Woodbury shade gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAstilbe japonica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Montgomery'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 ft tall, 1.5–2 ft wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 4–8 (hardy across most of Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart shade to shade; full sun only with constant moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid to late summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep red plumes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, consistently moist; does not tolerate drought\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Montgomery in shaded borders, woodland gardens, and rain gardens. Its red plumes and bronze foliage contrast beautifully with hostas, ferns, and lighter astilbes, and the flowers are excellent for cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall, when cool weather and steady moisture help roots establish. Avoid midsummer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill with compost-enriched soil, water thoroughly, and mulch 2–3 inches deep to conserve moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist, watering 2–3 times per week. Astilbe must not dry out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Continue regular watering, especially in heat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A soaker hose or drip line provides the steady moisture astilbe needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Montgomery grow in shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, part to full shade is ideal; full sun works only with reliably moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, hardy to Zone 4 and reliable statewide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, deer and rabbits generally avoid astilbe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the plumes good for cutting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they work well as fresh or dried cut flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Montgomery with pink and white astilbes, hostas, and ferns for a richly layered shade border.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#1 Gallon","offer_id":54315423269169,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/montgomery-astilbe.jpg?v=1779864875","url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/products\/montgomery-astilbe","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}