Astilbe White
The Highlights
- Elegant plumes of snow white feathery flowers emerging from delicate fern-like leaves
- Flowers throughout July and August
- Hardy and easy to grow and care for, returning stronger each year
- Attracts pollinators and other wildlife to your garden or pond
- This plant loves damp conditions, making it ideal for woodland and waterside planting schemes
The Highlights
- Elegant plumes of snow white feathery flowers emerging from delicate fern-like leaves
- Flowers throughout July and August
- Hardy and easy to grow and care for, returning stronger each year
- Attracts pollinators and other wildlife to your garden or pond
- This plant loves damp conditions, making it ideal for woodland and waterside planting schemes
Care Guide
Excellent pest and disease resistance
One of the few plants which is pest free - pests simply don't like them! Astilbe can be prone to powdery mildew, but this can be prevented by spacing the plants out adequately to allow for good air circulationMORE
Water regularly
Astilbe will not tolerate dry soil - water regularly and keep particularly well watered after planting, until your Astilbe is established./span>
Partial shade
Astilbe thrive in areas of dappled or partial shade./span>
Any moisture retaining soil
Astilbe will tolerate any soil, but make sure it never dries out. Add plenty of well rotted manure or compost when planting, for added nutrients.
Feeding not required
No need to feed - this plant gets all the nutrients it needs from the soil. ?v=1613300718
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Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower