Rheinland Astilbe

When you want a richer color in your shady beds, the Rheinland Astilbe is sure to be just what you want. The warm, deep pink of the fluffy flower spikes looks fabulous mixed with whites, pale pinks and purples – just the color palette you have among these wonderful plants. There is no reason to have boring shady beds while we have astilbe to grow. Rising to about 3 feet tall in bloom it is perfect among shrubs or mixed with hosta and other shade plants. Grow it beside a pond or stream, and even enjoy it in a planter on a shady terrace. The ferny foliage is glossy and rich dark-green, looking perfect in spring before the flowers grow up. Even after blooming the warm caramel of the flower spikes keeps them attractive well into the winter months.

• Fluffy spikes of rich, deep pink
• Attractive through summer and even into winter
• Ideal plants for shady parts of your garden
• Perfect for damp areas and beside water
• Durable and very easy to grow – almost maintenance free

Plant the Rheinland Astilbe in areas with a little morning sun, or in any area of light full shade. Avoid deep shade in dark corners, and plant in rich soils that are generally moist. Water as needed, especially during summer or in dry springs. Mulch when dormant with rich organic material to feed and to conserve moisture. Trim the flower stems whenever you feel that are no longer attractive, or in early spring. Leaves generally drop and disappear, but can be cut in fall once they begin to yellow. Free of pests and diseases and untouched by deer or rabbits.