Bold clumps of this astilbe growing in the cottage garden are typical of late Summer & early Autumn. Tall feathery plumes of fluffy deep red flower spikes are borne in large numbers above mounds of attractive green feathery leaves. Height and spread 70cm (2')
Common NameFalse Spiraea
Approx Height (10 yrs.)60-90 cm (24-36")
Soil TypeLoam
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSummer
Cut FlowerCut Flower
Flower ColourRed
Plant TypeHerbaceous