Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila' (False Spirea) wetlands Gracefully arching bluish-green grass-like foliage

Gracefully arching bluish-green grass-like foliage is somewhat more clump forming than the straight species and is a bit taller at 10-16"

Blooms fade to cream and then become cinnamon-colored for the winter months

Flowering Time: June

This is a clump forming native meadow grass which grows 2-5' tall

we think the white-flowering version is important to offer as well

Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila' (False Spirea) wetlands Gracefully arching bluish-green grass-like foliageA dwarf Astilbe, it has purple rose 12" spikes flower mid to late summer (July August) above handsome deeply incised compound leaves. Makes an excellent ground cover and is perfect for the front of the border. While often considered one of the most drought tolerant and easiest Astilbes to grow, don't let the soil dry out. All Astilbes like moist soil. Try it with Japanese Painted Fern and Hosta 'Elegans' for delicate and strong textures combined.