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Astilbe arendsii Erica

False Spirea

Dense, long, narrow, rose-pink plumes appear over red to bronze, emerging foliage that matures to deep green.

  • »  'Erica' has tall, narrow, upright, rose-pink plumes
  • »  Fern-like leaves emerge red to bronze, maturing to a deep green
  • »  Bloom Time: Midsummer
  • »  Flower Height: 90 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 50 cm

1gal
$21.88
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:50-90 cm
  • Spread:50-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Pink
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Fragrant
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Bronze
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Astilbe arendsii 'Erica'

Grows best in light to moderate shade, with average to moist soils. Astilbe may burn if planted in full sun. Deep shade tolerant, but will not flower as prolifically. Water plants during the summer especially if there is less than average rainfall. Extended drought periods will lead to browning of the foliage and may result in foliage drop. After flowers finish, prune off spent blooms and lightly shape the foliage to encourage new growth.