ASTILBE SIMPLICIFOLIA SPRITE / DWARF ASTILBE

Astilbe simplicifolia 'Sprite' is a charming, compact perennial that features delicate pink flower plumes atop fern-like foliage. This variety is perfect for adding soft color and texture to shaded or woodland garden spaces. With its tidy growth habit and graceful flowers, 'Sprite' is an ideal choice for small gardens, containers, or borders, offering a lovely contrast to other shade-loving plants.

Why Choose Astilbe simplicifolia 'Sprite'?

• Comparison: 'Sprite' stands out with its compact form and light pink blooms, which create a gentle, airy effect in the garden. It is smaller than many other Astilbe varieties, making it perfect for tight spaces or container gardening.
• Companions: Pair 'Sprite' with other shade-loving perennials like Heuchera, Hosta, Brunnera, or Lobelia to create a soft and harmonious garden design. It also complements moisture-loving plants like Cimicifuga and Tiarella, adding a beautiful contrast of textures.

Key Features:

• Delicate Pink Blooms: 'Sprite' features light pink, feathery flower plumes that bloom in late spring to early summer, adding a soft and delicate touch to your garden.
• Compact Growth Habit: Growing to a height of 30–45 cm with a spread of 30–45 cm, 'Sprite' is perfect for smaller garden spaces, containers, or as part of a low-growing border.
• Early to Mid-Summer Blooms: The light pink flowers appear in early to mid-summer, providing a subtle pop of color when many other plants are in bloom.
• Shade and Moisture Tolerant: 'Sprite' thrives in partial to full shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil, making it ideal for shaded gardens, woodland areas, or damp spots.
• Pollinator-Friendly: The delicate flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, helping to support local wildlife.
• Low Maintenance: 'Sprite' is easy to care for once established, with minimal pest and disease problems. It’s a low-maintenance perennial that thrives with little effort.
• Attractive Foliage: The fern-like, dark green foliage provides a lovely backdrop to the light pink blooms and adds texture to the garden even when the plant is not in flower.

Specifications:

• Height: 30–45 cm | Spread: 30–45 cm.
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer.
• Hardiness: Zone 4.

Add Astilbe simplicifolia 'Sprite' to your garden for a compact, low-maintenance perennial that thrives in shaded spaces. Its soft pink blooms and fern-like foliage make it an ideal addition to small gardens, containers, or mixed borders.