Part of the Short and Sweet® series, this astilbe was bred to reach a top height of just 16 inches tall. Because of its disciplined growth habit, Astilbe 'Fireberry' spends all its energy on blooms, creating torch-like masses of hot pink panicles that divide the ferny foliage nicely. The blooms come on in early- to midsummer, adding a gorgeous raspberry-pink accent to the front of a shady border or any sheltered bed or container. The massed effect is stunning; use Astilbe 'Fireberry' as a groundcover in shady spots or as a cluster in the woodland garden. And of course the splendid foliage is a welcome addition to the vase.
Astilbe likes part shade, rich soil, and frequent watering (especially when blooming). 'Fireberry' is no exception: give it part to full shade and even moisture to let these blooms reach their full glorious potential. Do your part, and Astilbe 'Fireberry' will reward you with years of reliable beautyespecially since it is pest-resistant. It is an excellent choice for borders that receive any exposure from dappled sunlight to nearly full shade. Long-lived and low maintenance, it is a perennial to be treasured in the shade.
Genus | Astilbe |
Species | arendsii x japonica |
Variety | 'Fireberry' |
ppaf | PP20658 |
Item Form | Bareroot |
Zone | 4 - 9 |
Bloom Start To End | Early Summer - Mid Summer |
Habit | Dwarf |
Plant Height | 16 in |
Plant Width | 16 in |
Additional Characteristics | Easy Care Plants, Long Bloomers, Free Bloomer, Flower, Butterfly Lovers |
Bloom Color | Pink, Dark Rose |
Foliage Color | Medium Green |
Light Requirements | Part Shade, Shade |
Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained |
Resistance | Cold Hardy, Deer Resistance, Heat Tolerant |
Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy |
Uses | Beds, Border, Containers, Outdoor, Cut Flowers, Ornamental |
Restrictions | *Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following: Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands |