Stand and Deliver florist's spiraea

Astilbe 'Stand and Deliver'

PerennialSaxifragaceae

Stand and Deliver florist's spiraea
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistant
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun or partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall2 to 3 feet wide
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn
Soil types
Loam
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerGround coverLow maintenancePollinator gardenShade gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Stand and Deliver' florist's spiraea (Astilbe 'Stand and Deliver') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, pollinator gardens, and shade gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun to full shade and average to wet, loamy soil. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall and wide. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Butterflies and bees visit the flowers.

Pairs well with Meadow rue, Columbine, and Cinnamon fern.

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