Astilbe arendsii 'Peach Blossom'

Peach Blossom False Spirea

A classic Arendsii hybrid astilbe valued for its soft peach-pink flower plumes and refined, upright habit. ‘Peach Blossom’ provides a gentle wash of warm color in shaded borders and woodland gardens and has long been appreciated for its reliability and elegance.

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft)



Height: 20–30 in (1.7–2.5 ft)



Flower color: Soft peach to light pink



Bloom time: Early to mid summer



Foliage: Dark green, finely divided



Form: Upright, clump-forming



Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial



Growing conditions



Sun: Part shade to full shade (morning sun tolerated with adequate 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



Along streams and ponds



Containers in shaded locations



Notes



Excellent cut flower



Generally deer resistant



Soft flower color blends beautifully with whites and deeper pinks



Foliage remains attractive after bloom



Performs best with consistent moisture

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-24"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

Hot Pink, Peach

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Loamy

Landscape use

Container

Shape

Clumping

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No