What's Harrie been finding lately?
These seedlings were under observation in July 2006.
A very bushy short variety with large dense clusters of tiny pink flowers
The first red A. chinensis?
Pink and white together in each flower plume. Large petals make the colour contrasts stand out clearly.
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Astilbe Heaven
Wednesday, 03 May 2006 Harrie's nursery contains more Astilbe seedlings than you 'shake a stick at'!
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Harrie Verduin
By Miriam Young
Harrie Verduin is making waves in Astilbe circles. Having introduced his much-acclaimed 'Music' series, with their vibrant colours and distinctive names, he's responsible for sparking renewed interest in this genus. |
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| The Nursery |
Astilbe Heaven
By Miriam Young
Harrie's nursery contains more Astilbe seedlings than you 'shake a stick at'! |
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| Breeding work |
More Astilbes from Harrie
By Miriam Young
It takes many years of observation and selection to finally make it as a Harrie Verduin Astilbe. |
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| Trading flowers |
Working 'Against The Clock'
By Miriam Young
Harrie has always traded his flowers and plants at the world-famous flower auction at Aalsmeer. This system has been one of his inspirations to breed new varieties. |
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