
Astilbe
Astilbe Simplicifolia Sprite
Graceful plumes of airy, soft pink flowers rise above delicate, fern-like foliage, bringing ethereal beauty to shaded garden spaces.
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About this plant
Astilbe Simplicifolia Sprite, simply enchanting Astilbe, is a true gem for the shade garden, offering an abundance of fuzzy, soft pink flower plumes that shimmer in the breeze. Its compact, mounding habit makes it ideal for borders, containers, or mass plantings, providing continuous color and texture from early to mid-summer. Beyond its visual appeal, 'Sprite' is also low-maintenance and long-lived, establishing beautifully to become a cherished part of your landscape for years to come.
Care & maintenance
Requires consistently moist soil. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new growth and maintain a tidy appearance. Divide every 3-4 years in early spring to rejuvenate plants and maintain vigor.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 1-2 feet
- Mature width
- 1-2 feet
- Sun
- Partial to Full Shade
- Water
- High
- Growth rate
- Medium