Astilbe Rheinland #1

Common Name: Japanese Astilbe

• Clear rose-pink flowers are held in large, diamond-shaped panicles
• Blooms in early summer; very floriferous and vigorous
• Large, bold, mid-green foliage
• One of the best early pink astilbes

A member of Astilbe japonica (Japanese Astilbe). A species characterized by an early bloom time and glossy green leaves often tinged with red. Flowers are produced in dense, pyramidal clusters.

Characteristics:

• Height: 24.0 Inches
• Spread: 16.0-20.0 Inches
• Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
• Flower Color: Pink shades
• Foliage Color: Green shades
• Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun), Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)
• Water Requirements: Average Water Needs, Consistent Water Needs
• Bloomtime: Early Summer
• Attracts Wings: Bee Friendly
• Critter Resistant: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
• Seasonal Interest: Dried Seed Heads
• Growth Rate: Medium

Photo Credit: Walters Gardens, Inc