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Astilbe chinensis Fireworks White

False Spirea

  • »  White masses of narrow, upright, feathery spikes on arching stems
  • »  Blooms for weeks, from mid to late summer; great dried flowers
  • »  Attractive, bronze-green, ferny foliage with sturdy stems
  • »  Chinese Astilbe; often last to bloom and more heat and drought tolerant
  • »  Brighten up shady spots in moist soils; Can live 10+ years

  • Category:Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone:3-8
  • Height:25-30 cm
  • Spread:20-25 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
  • Foliage Color: Green

Photo courtesy of Paridon

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Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Humming-birds
• Attracts Pollinators
Attributes
• Border or Bed
• Container
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Great Foliage
• Long Blooming
• Low Maintenance
• Mass Planting
• Naturalizing
• Woodland Garden
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Partial Sun
Foliage Color
• Dark Green
Habit
• Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Spring
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Astilbe chinensis 'Fireworks White'

To care for the Astilbe Fireworks White plant, ensure it is planted in a partially shaded area with consistently moist, well-drained soil. Regularly water the plant during dry spells, and apply a layer of mulch to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth and blooming.