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