{"product_id":"astilbe-chinensis-cookie-monsters-favourite","title":"Astilbe Chinensis Cookie Monsters Favourite","description":"\u003cp\u003eAstilbe chinensis 'Cookie Monster's Favourite' is a compact perennial grown for its bold summer flower plumes and neat clumps of ferny leaves. The flowers rise above deep green foliage in rich purple-pink tones and bring bright color to shaded planting. Its smaller size makes it useful at the front of borders, along paths, and in containers. It also fits well in woodland-style planting where the soil stays reliably moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plant is valued for giving strong color in places where many flowering plants struggle. It works well with hostas, ferns, and coral bells, and it also makes a good cut flower. The plant needs little pruning beyond removing old flower stems and clearing dead foliage before spring growth begins. Established clumps can be divided every few years to make new plants and keep growth strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is mostly easy to grow, but dry soil can weaken it and make leaf problems more likely. Powdery mildew and leaf spot are the main issues to watch for, especially in crowded planting. Good spacing and even watering help keep it looking fresh through the season. With its tidy habit, strong flower color, and easy care, this is a reliable choice for shaded garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barnswallow Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44798430445619,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/4284\/2675\/files\/f80a64803bda_1050.jpg?v=1788110085","url":"https:\/\/barnswallowflowers.com\/products\/astilbe-chinensis-cookie-monsters-favourite","provider":"Barnswallow Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}