Astilbe x arendsii 'Weisse Gloria'

Weisse Gloria False Spirea

A classic Arendsii hybrid astilbe admired for its large, upright pure white flower plumes and strong garden presence. ‘Weisse Gloria’ (meaning White Glory) is valued for its bold, bright blooms and reliability, making it an excellent choice for adding contrast and structure to shaded borders and woodland gardens.

Key features



Width: 18–24 in (1.5–2 ft)



Height: 24–32 in (2–2.7 ft)



Flower color: Pure white



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 (tolerates morning sun 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 bright contrast



Along streams and ponds



Containers in shaded locations



Notes



Excellent cut flower



Generally deer resistant



Larger, bolder plumes than many white astilbes



Foliage remains attractive after bloom



Performs best with steady moisture and organic soils

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-24"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–8

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

Clay, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Upright

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No