Love and Pride Chinese astilbe
Astilbe chinensis 'Love and Pride'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles partial shade to full shade
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall18 to 24 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Rose pink
Garden uses
Notes
'Love and Pride' Chinese astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Love and Pride') is a perennial for rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes part to full shade and average moisture. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It bears rose pink blooms in early to mid summer. Plants reach 24 to 36 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide.
Pairs well with Lady in Red lady fern, Palm sedge, and Northern sea oats.