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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
$20.83
  • 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
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.