Astilbe xarendsii Bressingham Beauty
"Astilbe" or "False Spirea"

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BENEFITS
Sets the standard for pink-colored varieties and performance as a first-rate cut flower.

BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
Pure pink flowers from early to late summer. Handsome foliage on mounded clumps.

LOCATION
Partial 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
Useful in any garden type. Nice between shrubs or other perennials. Use flowers for cutting or drying.

SIZE
39" tall by 24" wide. Use 3 plants per square yard.

CULTURE
Prefers rich, moist soils. Keep well-watered. Apply fertilizer in spring and midsummer. Remove spent flowers to bolster flowering. Divide clumps in spring every 3 to 4 years. Also see our General Planting Tips for more information.