Astilbe japonica 'Rheinland'
False Spirea
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
Large, luxuriant flower plumes and very bold foliage makes this Astilbe a perfect accent to any bold leaf Hosta.
Height
20-24 Inches
Spread
15 Inches
Color
Pink/Red
Interesting Notes
Released by Arends in 1920.
Bloom Time
June-July (early)
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Requires constant moisture to perform at best.
Prefers moist, slightly acidic, humus-rich soil in light shade to filtered sun.
Prefers moist, slightly acidic, humus-rich soil in light shade to filtered sun.
When to Divide
early spring or fall, divide every 3 years to retain vigor
Good Companions
Yellow Foxglove (Digitalis grandiflora), Barren Strawberry (Waldsteinia ternata), Monkshood (Aconitum fischeri), Plantain Lily (Hosta ), Speedwell (Groundcover- Veronica ), Bugleweed (Ajuga reptans), Leatherwood Fern (Dryopteris marginalis)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Crafts |
| • | Dried Flowers |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Shade |
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist |
| • | Rich |
