Pumila Astilbe
Brighten shady garden spots with the 'Pumila' Astilbe, a charming Chinese dwarf variety blooming in late summer. Growing compactly to 9-12 inches tall and wide, it spreads via rhizomes, making it an excellent, low-maintenance groundcover. Enjoy slender, feathery plumes of lavender-pink flowers that last for weeks. This perennial thrives in moist, acidic soil, ideal for woodland gardens or stream banks. The finely dissected, fern-like foliage adds texture, and the plant is deer and rabbit resistant. It also makes wonderful cut flowers for indoor arrangements.
$15.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1913
/ 2769
#1913 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Mature Height
912
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Excellent Shade Performance
- Natural Pest Resistance
- Effective Groundcover & Edging
Who should skip it
- High Moisture Requirements
- Intolerant of Direct Sun
- Slow Establishment Rate
Key Specs
Mature Height
9-12 inches
Mature Spread
9-12 inches wide
Flower Size
4-8 inches
Planting Depth
Top of root 1 inch below soil surface
Ships As
Bare Root
Hardiness Zones
4-8
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Blooms late summer with feathery plumes
- Low-growing groundcover habit
- Spreads via rhizomes for filling beds
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Makes good cut flowers
- Easy to grow
- Suitable for container planting
What customers say
Customers highly value the Pumila Astilbe for its reliability and suitability in shade gardens. A key positive theme is the excellent condition of plants upon arrival; they are consistently healthy and well-packaged. Reviewers appreciate the compact size, perfect for borders and smaller spaces. Once established, the plants deliver reliable, vibrant pink purple plumes, providing late summer color even in low light. While initial establishment requires patience, the eventual reward is a beautiful, long-lived perennial. The consensus is that this Astilbe is a highly recommended purchase for gardeners seeking dependable color in challenging, shaded areas.
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