Botanical Name Astilbe species
Common Name False Spirea
Type Perennial
Exposure Part Shade to Shade
Size for Description 1 to 2 Ft.
Bloom Time Early Summer
Flower Color Mixed
Butterflies yes
Hummingbirds yes
Drought Tolerant  
Moisture Lover yes
Wet Areas  
Walnut Tolerant yes
Deer Resistant yes
Fragrant  
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Fruit  
Groundcover  
Growth Rate  
Native  
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Care

 

 

Zone 4

Dried seed heads may be left on the plant to provide late season interest.  If plants become dry and crisp in a drought year, you may cut them back to the ground.  New green growth will appear.  Do not cut back in fall, but prune in spring.