Astilbe Elizabeth Bloom
"Astilbe" or "False Spirea"

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BENEFITS
Features graceful, rich pink flower spikes accented against fine deep green leaves for illuminating shady borders.

BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
Rich pink flowers in summer. Compact, dark glossy green foliage mounds. An Astilbe xarendsii hybrid.

LOCATION
Partial shade to shade. USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8; AHS Heat Zones 8 to 2. See our Growing Zones page to reference growing zones in your area.

USE
Place in front or middle of borders and island beds. Nice placed between shrubs or other perennials. Superb cut flower.

SIZE
24" tall by 24" wide. Use 4 plants per square yard.

CULTURE
Prefers rich moist soils that do not dry out. Keep well-watered. Apply fertilizer in spring and midsummer. Spent flower heads can be removed if desired or allowed to remain for late season interest. Divide overgrown clumps in spring or fall. Also see our General Planting Tips for more information.