Description

False Spirea Cappuccino is a striking shade perennial known for its dramatic dark foliage and elegant white flower plumes. Large creamy-white blooms rise above glossy black-bronze leaves from early to mid summer, creating beautiful contrast in shaded garden beds and containers. Perfect for woodland gardens and shady borders, False Spirea Cappuccino adds rich texture and season-long interest while also attracting butterflies and birds to the landscape.

False Spirea Cappuccino thrives in part sun to full shade and prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. This easy-care perennial performs best with regular watering, especially during warm weather, to keep its foliage lush and flowers abundant. Its upright spreading habit makes it ideal for mass plantings, mixed containers, and shaded garden spaces. Divide plants every few years in early spring to keep them healthy and vigorous for seasons of reliable beauty.

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Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.

*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.

Plant Specs:

Botanical Name: Astilbe x arendsii 'Cappuccino'
Color: white
Light: part sun – full shade
Watering: a little more than average
Soil: moist, rich, acidic, well draining
Zone: 2 – 8

Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (15-24″), width (18″)
Blooming Season: early – mid summer
Growth Rate: medium

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