astilbe x 'delft lace' (false spirea)
$15.95
- deep red buds open to plumes of apricot-pink flowers
- flowers are held on deep red stems
- lacy, blue-green foliage with red highlights
- attractive foliage all season long known for its increased vigour and drought resistance
- bloom time: july to august
- zone 4
- height 60-90cm
- spread 60-90cm
- colour pink
- grows best in light to moderate shade, with average to moist soils
- astilbe may burn if planted in full sun
- deep shade tolerant, but will not flower as prolifically
- water plants during the summer especially if there is less than average rainfall
- extended drought periods will lead to browning of the foliage and may result in foliage drop
- after flowers finish, prune off spent blooms and lightly shape the foliage to encourage new growth
- partial sun/shade, full shade
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
- low maintenance
- long blooming
- fragrant
- rock garden
- (image courtesy of NVK nurseries, NVK holdings inc.)