Astilbe x arendsii

False Spirea

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Common Name: 

False Spirea

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Brown Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

30°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

90 cm

Maximum width: 

45 cm

False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii) - Description

These Astilbes are probably the top selling hybrids of this Genera. With several ancestors to fine tune this hybrid into a vigorous flowering machine for mid summer color. Plants in this species reach between 3' to 4' high with leaves that tend to change color with the seasons for some extra long interest in the garden or landscape. Astilbe x arendsii does best with some afternoon shade for peak blooming performance.

False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii) - Blooming

Bloom time depends largely on variety of plant.

False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii) - Growth

Hot dry summers will cause damage to the plant.

False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii) - Planting

Astilbes will be available more often than not as small container plants. At this stage they can be planted at any time from spring to late summer. If you get your hands on some bare root crowns or stems, plant them with the roots facing down in early spring.

False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii) - Pest

Prone to powdery mildew and bacterial leaf spots.

False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii) - Interesting facts

Astilbes are known for their airy plume like inflorescences and for their relatively long bloom periods. Bloom colors come in white, pink and red.

False Spirea (Astilbe x arendsii) - Soil and irrigation

Many Astilbes grow best in always wet, boggy soils.

Astilbe x arendsii - False Spirea - Photos