Description
False Spirea Ostrich Plume is a unique shade perennial known for its graceful, pendulous pink flower plumes that arch elegantly above glossy green foliage. Blooming from late spring to early summer, the soft flowers create beautiful movement and texture in woodland gardens, borders, and containers. With its delicate fern-like leaves and distinctive flower shape, False Spirea Ostrich Plume adds charm and elegance to shaded landscapes while also making an excellent cut flower.
False Spirea Ostrich Plume thrives in part sun to full shade and prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. Regular watering helps maintain healthy foliage and encourages abundant blooms throughout the season. Its upright spreading habit makes it a wonderful choice for mass plantings, border edging, and mixed containers where soft texture and unique blooms are desired. Easy to grow and low maintenance, this perennial also attracts butterflies and provides reliable beauty year after year.
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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 'Ostrich Plume'
Color: pink
Light: part sun – full shade
Watering: a little more than average
Soil: moist, rich, acidic, well draining
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (24″), width (24″)
Blooming Season: late spring – early summer
Growth Rate: medium
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