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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