Beauty of Ernst astilbe
Astilbe ×rosea 'Beauty of Ernst'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles partial shade to full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size18 to 24 inches tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Fall color
- Yes
Notes
'Beauty of Ernst' astilbe (Astilbe ×rosea 'Beauty of Ernst') is a perennial for shade borders, woodland gardens, and color near water features. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes part to full shade and average moisture. Pink blooms open in late spring and early summer, and the foliage shows fall color. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits.
Pairs well with Lady in Red lady fern, Rue anemone, Endless Summer BloomStruck bigleaf hydrangea, and Northern sea oats.