Astilbe - Dark Side of the Moon Fall Color commonly known as Woodland Phlox

commonly known as Woodland Phlox or Wild Sweet William

we suggest pairing with non-variegated deep greens

and I can't understand why it doesn't get more use and remains a relatively fringe species in the world of landscape plants

The drama doesn't stop there: before the foliage arrives

the bright red drupes become a wildlife magnet

Astilbe - Dark Side of the Moon Fall Color commonly known as Woodland PhloxAn dramatic addition to the landscape, Dark Side of the Moon is a unique dark leafed Astilbe with purple flowers. The richly colored burgundy leaves provide an attractive mound of fern like foliages, that darken as they age. Dark stems rise up and raspberry purple panicles flowers rise up to create a spectacular display. Dark Side of the Moon blooms later than most astilbe and is useful for extending the bloom season into late summer. The foliage adds