A simplicifolia type with broad, light red flower plumes on red stems. New foliage opens red, matures to bronze. Grow in rich, moist soil. Flowers are feathery panicles of variable thickness. Most are held well above dark green compound leaves. Astilbes
Scientific Name: | Astilbe simplicifolia 'Aphrodite' |
Zone: | 4 |
Light: | Sun to Light Shade |
Height: | 16" |
Width: | 12-24" |
New Shape: | Mounded |
Foliage: | Bronze |
Flower: | Red |
Bloom Time: | Jul-Aug |