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Astilbe Species

Astilbe Spp.

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Astilbe spp., or False Spirea, is prized for feathery, plume-like flowers in shades of pink, red, white, and lavender, atop fern-like foliage. Thriving in USDA zones 3-8, they prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Mature plants reach 1.5-4 feet tall and spread up to 2 feet wide, ideal for adding texture and color to shady borders or woodland gardens. Blooms attract butterflies and resist deer.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type Perennial
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — giving it a soft and intricate appearance
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — With a bloom period that lasts several weeks, Astilbe adds enduring beauty to any landscape designAstilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — well-drained soil with consistent moistureAstilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — plume-like flowers in shades of pinkAstilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — perennial plants that offer a diverse palette of colors and textures to any garden design; thriving in USDA zones 3-8, theyAstilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — pink and red and violet and white flowers in the gardenAstilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — Be aware that these plants require adequate water+30

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Saxifragaceae

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Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — giving it a soft and intricate appearance
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — With a bloom period that lasts several weeks, Astilbe adds enduring beauty to any landscape design
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — well-drained soil with consistent moisture
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — plume-like flowers in shades of pink
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — perennial plants that offer a diverse palette of colors and textures to any garden design; thriving in USDA zones 3-8, they
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — pink and red and violet and white flowers in the garden
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — Be aware that these plants require adequate water
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — giving it a soft and intricate appearance; resistant to deer and rabbit browsing
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — making it an admirable choice for a garden that desires a touch of whimsy and a habitat-friendly environment
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — perennial for full or half
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — Thriving in USDA zones 3-8, they prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — commonly referred to as False Spirea or False Goat's Beard
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — plume-like flowers in shades of pink; ideal for adding texture and color to shady borders or woodland gardens
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — The foliage of Astilbe typically consists of finely divided; giving it a soft and intricate appearance
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — Blooms attract butterflies and resist deer; providing striking vertical accents in shades ranging from white and pale pink to
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — as they are not drought-tolerant.<br><br>Astilbe is relatively low-maintenance
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — and its blooms attract butterflies
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — as they are not drought-tolerant.<br><br>Astilbe is relatively low-maintenance; especially when situated in more sun
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — resistant to deer and rabbit browsing
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — commonly referred to as False Spirea or False Goat's Beard; and its blooms attract butterflies
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — Mature plants reach 1.5-4 feet tall and spread up to 2 feet wide; making it an admirable choice for a garden that desires a
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — Mature plants reach 1.5-4 feet tall and spread up to 2 feet wide
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — They thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 8, tolerating full to partial shade; as they are not
Astilbe Species (Astilbe Spp.) — They thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 through 8, tolerating full to partial shade
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