
Astilbe x arendsii 'Bridal Veil' ~ Bridal Veil Astilbe
Bridal Veil Astilbe is a mounding herbaceous perennial with vivid green fern-like foliage that emerges with a bronze tinge in spring. Feathery panicles of clear white flowers turn creamy as they age and bloom above the leaves in summer. Flowers best in part shade and rich, moist soils. Astilbe are deer and rabbit resistant. Type: Perennial Height: 1.5' - 3' Spread: 2' - 3' Spacing: 2' 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: Photo by JMacPherson, Astilbe, (2) Photo by InAweofGod'sCreation,