| Botanical name | Astilbe x arendsii |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Half Sun Half Sun – Prefers 3 To 6 Hours of Sunlight a Day.  Shade Shade – Prefers Low Light Levels.  Frost Hardy Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage.  Moderate Watering Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | August September October November December Bears pink, feathery plumes in spring and early summer. Also available in white and red forms. |
| Common name(s) | Florist's spirea, goat's beard, |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | Its fern-like foliage is attractive from spring through summer. |
| Soil conditions | Moist , Enriched |
| Other languages | Bokkebaard (A) |
| Recommended varieties | Some named varieties are: ‘Granat’, deep red; ‘Irrlicht’, white; and ‘Venus’, pale pink. |
Astilbe x arendsii (Florist's spirea, goat's beard,)
- Botanical name: Astilbe x arendsii
- Common name(s): Florist's spirea, goat's beard,
- Categories: Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
This lovely perennial needs a cool, shady spot and deep, rich, moist soil. Its fern-like foliage is attractive from spring through summer. Bears pink, feathery plumes in spring and early summer. Also available in white and red forms. Some named varieties are: ‘Granat’, deep red; ‘Irrlicht’, white; and ‘Venus’, pale pink.
Synonym: Astilbe japonica
Botanical Pronunciation: a-STIL-bee ar- END-see-
Astilbe x arendsii requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
August September October November December
Bears pink, feathery plumes in spring and early summer. Also available in white and red forms.
Its fern-like foliage is attractive from spring through summer.
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