Description
False Spirea Sprite is a charming dwarf perennial that brightens shady gardens with soft shell pink flower plumes and lush green foliage. Blooming from mid to late summer, the airy flowers rise above compact mounds of fern-like leaves, creating beautiful texture in borders, woodland gardens, and patio containers. Perfect for fresh-cut arrangements, False Spirea Sprite also attracts butterflies while adding graceful color to smaller garden spaces.
False Spirea Sprite thrives in part sun to full shade and prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. Its compact upright spreading habit makes it an excellent choice for border edging, rock gardens, and container combinations. Regular watering helps keep the foliage healthy and encourages abundant blooms throughout the season. Easy to grow and low maintenance, this perennial delivers reliable color and soft texture 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 'Sprite'
Color: shell pink
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 (18″), width (24″)
Blooming Season: mid – late summer
Growth Rate: medium
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