Astilbe simplicifolia 'Hennie Graafland'

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Key characteristics

Family: Saxifragaceae
Height: 15 to 18 inches
Width: 18 to 24 inches
Flower color: Pale pink, airy plumes
Foliage color: Dark green, finely textured
Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Water: Moderate to high
Maintenance: Low; occasional deadheading and division every few years
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies

Perennials

Astilbe simplicifolia 'Hennie Graafland'

Hennie Graafland Astilbe

Astilbe simplicifolia 'Hennie Graafland' is an elegant perennial known for its delicate, pale pink, plume-like flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. The feathery flower spikes rise gracefully above glossy, dark green foliage, creating a refined and airy appearance. As the blooms mature, they maintain their soft color, adding texture and lightness to shaded garden areas.

Originating from selective breeding to enhance flower color and plant form, 'Hennie Graafland' is a standout for its refined appearance and compact growth.

Light

Partial shade to full shade

Water

Moderate to high

Bloom time

Mid to late summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Shade Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Rain Gardens

Companion plants

Foamflowers · Epimediums · Hostas · Bleeding hearts · Solomon's seal · Ferns

Design tip

Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. Keep it out of hot afternoon sun and layer it with woodland companions for a full, settled look.