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False Spirea

Showy flower plumes in a range of lovely colors, outstanding in the shaded or woodland garden. Attractive planted with hosta, ferns or Japanese iris and especially attractive near water. A beautiful, long-lasting cut flower, fresh or dried.

Companion Plants

Coral Bells

Ferns

Hosta

Plant Details

  • Common name

    False Spirea

  • Botanical name

    Astilbe x arendsii

  • Variety

    Bella

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).

  • Light

    Shade

  • Height

    18-20" (46-51 cm)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    Once a month

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Pink

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Remove spent blooms

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Sally S.'s collection