Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Astilbe x rosea 'Peach Blossom'
Peach Blossom Astilbe
- Family
- Saxifragaceae
- Height
- 1 to 2 feet
- Width
- 1 to 2 feet
- Flower color
- Soft peach-pink plumes
- Foliage color
- Deep green, fern-like leaves
- Bloom time
- Early to mid-summer
- Light
- Partial shade to full shade
- Water
- Moderate to high
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 8
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies, but deer-resistant
About this plant
Astilbe x rosea 'Peach Blossom' is a beautiful perennial known for its soft, peachy-pink plume-like flowers that bloom in early to mid-summer. The feathery flower clusters rise above attractive, deeply cut, dark green foliage, creating a delicate yet striking contrast. The blooms gradually fade to a pale cream as they mature, adding a touch of elegance to garden borders or shaded areas.
'Peach Blossom' is a hybrid variety that originates from the breeding of different Astilbe species, selected for its soft color and graceful form. It thrives in moist, shaded garden settings and is particularly valued for brightening up darker areas with its light, airy blooms. Its long-lasting flowers also make it a favorite in cottage gardens, woodland settings, or as a cut flower.
Works well in
Borders · Shade Gardens · Woodland Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Rain Gardens
Companion plants
Heucheras · Siberian bugloss · Sweet woodruff · Foamflowers · Epimediums · Hostas
Design tip
The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun and layer it with woodland companions for a full, settled look.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
