Astilbe japonica 'Ellie'
False Spirea
Photo courtesy of Ball Seeds
- Large, white plumes
- Plumes fade to green as age rather than brown
- Shiny, deeply cut green foliage
- Blooms May-June
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Fragrant
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Interesting Notes about False Spirea:
Astilbe japonica 'Ellie', also known as False Spirea
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers a rich, moist, acid soil in part shade
Perfect for shady moist spots in your garden
Height: 24-30 in
Spread: 20-24 in
Spacing: 18-24 in
Price Level 1: $10.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 3-8
Price Level 2: 4 for $40~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Fragrant
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Focal Point
- Container
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained