Astilbe japonica Rheinland

Rheinland False Spirea

A classic early-blooming astilbe admired for its soft rose-pink flower plumes and graceful, upright habit. ‘Rheinland’ is valued for its reliable performance, refined texture, and early summer color, making it a staple in shaded borders and woodland gardens.

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft)



Height: 20–28 in (1.7–2.3 ft)



Flower color: Rose pink



Bloom time: Early summer



Foliage: Dark green, glossy, finely divided



Form: Upright, clump-forming



Life cycle: Herbaceous perennial



Growing conditions



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



Earlier bloom than many astilbes



Foliage remains attractive after flowering



Performs best with steady moisture

Plant type

Perennial

Height

24"

Width

18"

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

Hot Pink, Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Loamy

Shape

Clumping

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No