Astilbe Mix
Brighten shady garden corners with the Astilbe Mix, a collection of hardy perennials offering vibrant white, magenta-crimson, and pink plumes. Known as False Spirea, this mix includes 'Deutschland,' 'Montgomery,' and 'Rheinland' varieties, featuring attractive fern-like foliage and upright stems that require no staking. Thriving in moist, shaded conditions, Astilbes are easy to grow, deer resistant, and provide stunning color from mid to late summer, making them ideal companions for other shade-loving plants and excellent for cut flower arrangements.
$19.98
Owner Satisfaction
3.9
/ 5
Category Rank
4614
/ 4677
#4614 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-28%
Below average
USDA Hardiness Zones
39
/ -
Who it's for
- Excellent Shade Performance
- Extended Color and Variety
- Pest and Disease Resistant
Who should skip it
- High Moisture Requirements
- Slow Establishment from Bare Root
- Sensitivity to Direct Sun
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-9
Mature Height
32-36 inches tall
Mature Spread
18-24 inches wide
Flower Size
8-12 inches
Soil Moisture Requirement
Average, Moist / Wet
Planting Depth
Top of root 1 inch below soil surface
Ships As
Bare Root
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Features
- Adds bold color to shady areas
- Features white, magenta-crimson, and pink plumes
- Deer and rabbit resistant foliage
- Blooms reliably mid to late summer
- Excellent for use as cut flowers
- Requires no staking for upright plumes
- Easy to grow in moist conditions
What customers say
Customer response to the Astilbe Mix centers on the high reward versus the inherent risk of bare root planting. Successful plantings yield vibrant, feathery plumes in the promised color variety, transforming shaded areas into lush havens. Gardeners praise the ease of initial planting, noting that established plants are robust and hardy. However, a significant issue involves the inconsistent viability of the bare roots upon arrival. Many customers report receiving dried or moldy roots that failed to sprout, leading to frustration. While customer service is often helpful with replacements, the success of this mix hinges entirely on the initial health of the dormant material. It is a high reward purchase if the roots establish, but a disappointing investment if they do not.
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