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Astilbe arendsii 'Erica'
Astilbe arendsii 'Erica' - False Spirea
More About Astilbe arendsii 'Erica'
- 'Erica' has tall, narrow, upright, rose-pink plumes
- Fern-like leaves emerge red to bronze, maturing to a deep green
- Bloom Time: Midsummer
- Flower Height: 90 cm
- Foliage Height: 50 cm
Zone:
3Height:
50-90 cmSpread:
50-60 cmColour:
PinkFalse Spirea Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grows best in light to moderate shade, with average to moist soils. Astilbe may burn if planted in full sun. Deep shade tolerant, but will not flower as prolifically. Water plants during the summer especially if there is less than average rainfall. Extended drought periods will lead to browning of the foliage and may result in foliage drop. After flowers finish, prune off spent blooms and lightly shape the foliage to encourage new growth.
Astilbe arendsii 'Erica' Characteristics
Partial Sun/Shade
Full Shade
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Dried Flower/Foliage
Low Maintenance
Cut Flower/Foliage
Long Blooming
Fragrant
Rock garden
Soil Moisture
Moist to AverageWell-drained
Growth Rate
MediumFlowering Time
SummerHabit
ClumpingUpright
Foliage Color
Green (dark)Bronze
Landscape uses
Woodland/woods edgeBorder/edging
