Description
False Spirea August Light is a stunning shade perennial that brings bold color and texture to woodland gardens and shaded borders. Bright scarlet-red flower plumes rise above lush fern-like foliage in mid to late summer, creating a vibrant display that stands out in low-light spaces. The foliage emerges dark red in spring before maturing to olive green, giving False Spirea August Light season-long interest in garden beds, containers, and mixed plantings.
False Spirea August Light thrives in part sun to full shade and prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. Regular watering helps keep the foliage healthy and encourages abundant blooms throughout the season. Its upright spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for shaded borders, mass plantings, and container gardens. Easy to grow and low maintenance, this perennial also attracts butterflies while adding elegant color and texture to the landscape.
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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 'August Light'
Color: scarlet
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 (15-30″), width (2')
Blooming Season: mid – late summer
Growth Rate: medium
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