Astilbe

Astilbe spp.

Category:

Perennial

Family:

Saxifragaceae

Zone:

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Height:

1-5 ft

Width:

1-2’

Growth / Form:

Clumping

Season of Interest:

Summer

Light:

Part Shade, Shade

Native / Invasive Status:

Non-native (non-invasive)

Pollinator Value:

Moderate

Growth Rate:

Rapid

USDA Zones:

4-9

Notes:

Requires consistently moist soil

Additional source details:
Foliage: mounding clumps of fern-like leaves
Flowers: feathery plumes of white, pink, or purple in
Soil: high organic matter
Wildlife: deer, rabbits
Environment: heavy shade
Attracts: bees

Description

Requires consistently moist soil