Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Astilbe x arendsii 'Washington'
Washington Astilbe
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
- Height
- 1 to 2 feet
- Width
- 1 to 2 feet
- Flower color
- Creamy white
- Foliage color
- Dark green
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Light shade
- Water
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; deadheading to promote more blooms
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies; resistant to deer and rabbits
About this plant
Astilbe x arendsii 'Washington' is a hybrid cultivar that blooms in late spring to early summer, producing dense, plume-like flower clusters in creamy white hues. The flowers are held above dark green, feathery foliage that provides a contrasting backdrop to the blooms. This cultivar is known for its long-lasting color and ability to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.
The creamy white blooms of 'Washington' remain vibrant throughout the blooming period, adding a touch of elegance to shaded or partially shaded gardens. The plant's vigorous habit and dense flower panicles make it a favorite for adding texture and drama to garden beds and borders. Its ability to thrive in a variety of garden settings, including shaded or woodland gardens, makes it a versatile addition to any landscape.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Heucheras
Design tip
Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen at the Center for Urban Horticulture.
