Astilbe thunbergii ‘Ostrich Plume/Straussenfeder
One of my favourite astilbes, ‘Ostrich Plume’ is a tall plant with large broad plumes of arching dark coral pink flowers and rich green leaves. The arching habit provides a nice variation on the astilbe theme. Shade to part sun.
Common Name: False Spiraea
Family: Saxifragaceae (The Saxifrage Family)
Zone Hardiness: 3-8
Light: Part Sun Part Shade Full Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Moist, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Moist ground beside woodland streams.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin:
