Astilbe 'Montgomery'

Hybrid Japanese Astilbe, Japanese False Spirea, Montgomery False Spirea

A bold, classic shade perennial renowned for its deep ruby-red flower plumes and handsome, dark green foliage often flushed with bronze. ‘Montgomery’ is one of the best choices for adding strong, dramatic color to shaded borders and woodland gardens.

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft)



Height: 24–30 in (2–2.5 ft)



Flower color: Deep ruby red



Bloom time: Early to mid summer



Foliage: Dark green, finely divided; often bronze-tinted when young



Form: Upright, clump-forming



Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial



Growing conditions



Sun: Part shade to full shade (morning sun tolerated with moisture)



Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained; prefers humus-rich soils



Water: Moderate to high; soil should remain consistently moist



Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8



Landscape use



Shade and woodland gardens



Perennial borders



Mass plantings for strong color contrast



Along streams and ponds



Containers in shaded locations



Notes



Excellent cut flower



Generally deer resistant



Dark flowers provide strong contrast with white and pastel astilbes



Foliage remains attractive after bloom



Performs best with steady moisture and organic soils

Plant type

Perennial

Height

20-24''

Width

12-18''

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Summer

Flower color

Red

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Bronze, Dark Red

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Loamy, Normal, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Broad Upright, Clump

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No