Astilbe hybrid Fireworks White

– Flowers attract bees and pollinators

– Foliage is typically deer and rabbit resistant

– Spring: New foliage emerges, buds form

– Summer: Showy bloom in midseason

– Fall: Foliage yellows and dies back

– Winter: Dormant root system; mulch in colder zones

– Woodland borders – moisture-loving garden beds – mass planting for dramatic floral effect – shade borders

– Deep green, serrated foliage with a fern-like appearance

– Textured and finely divided, forming an attractive mound

– Remains visually appealing through most of the season

– Elegant white, feathery plumes

– Arching and airy, giving a “firework” display above the foliage

– Strong, upright flower stems

– Blooms in mid to late summer (typically July–August, depending on region)

– Plant in spring or early fall in moist, humus-rich soil

– Amend with compost or organic matter before planting

– Space plants 15–18 inches apart to allow for mature spread

– Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch after planting

– Remove spent flower plumes after bloom to keep tidy

– Cut back all foliage to the crown in late fall or early spring

– Trim off any scorched or ragged leaves during the season

– Requires consistently moist soil—do not let dry out

– More drought-tolerant than some Astilbe types (chinensis are generally tougher)

– Apply mulch to preserve moisture in summer heat

– Thrives in partial shade to full shade

– Can tolerate full sun if soil remains consistently moist

– Ideal for morning sun and afternoon shade exposure

– Plumes are excellent for cut or dried flower arrangements

– No edible or ornamental fruit

– Divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain health and vigor

– Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) or compost

– Supplemental feeding in midsummer helps in poor soils

– Organic mulch improves fertility over time

– Attracts bees, hoverflies, and other beneficial pollinators

– Flowers may produce seed, though rarely used for propagation

– Propagate through division every few years

– Pairs well with Hosta, Heuchera, Brunnera, Ferns, and Tiarella

– Complements bold foliage plants like Ligularia or Rodgersia

– Great under deciduous shrubs like Hydrangea or Cornus

– Enhances streambanks, boggy beds, and shaded borders with brightness