Astilbe × arendsii 'Diamond' ~ Diamond Astilbe

Diamond Astilbe is a mounding herbaceous perennial with lacy dark green fern-like foliage.  Large feathery plumes of white flowers bloom above the leaves through summer and turn a caramel color as they fade, holding into winter.  Flowers best in part shade and rich, moist soils.  Astilbe are deer and rabbit resistant.  Also sold under the cultivar name 'Diamant' Type:  Perennial Height:  2' - 2.5' Spread:  1.5' - 2' Spacing:  1.5' USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 8 Culture:  Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color:  White Season of Interest:  Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance.  Water regularly, keep soils moist to prevent burning or foliage decline.  Powdery mildew and wilt may occur.  Watch for japanese beetles.  LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Garden, Foundational Plantings, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Heuchera, Lenten Rose, Azalea IMAGES: Kor!An (Андрей Корзун), A