Astilbe Rock & Roll

Rock and Roll False Spirea

A bold, modern shade perennial prized for its deep rose-red to raspberry flower plumes and strong, upright habit. ‘Rock & Roll’ delivers rich color and excellent texture in shaded borders and woodland gardens, standing out nicely against green and gold foliage companions.

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft)



Height: 22–30 in (1.8–2.5 ft)



Flower color: Deep rose-red to raspberry



Bloom time: Early to mid summer



Foliage: Dark green, finely divided, glossy



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 for bold color



Along ponds and streams



Containers in shaded locations



Notes



Excellent cut flower



Generally deer resistant



Strong stems hold plumes upright



Foliage remains attractive after bloom



Performs best with steady moisture

Plant type

Perennial

Height

20"

Width

15"

Hardiness zones

3–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Heavy, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No