Astilbe: Astilbe simplicifolia 'Darwin's Snow Sprite'
Botanical name: Astilbe simplicifolia 'Darwin's Snow Sprite'
Common name: entire-leaved astilbe
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Soil: | damp, acidic, sand |
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Zones: | 4a thru 8b |
Care: |
average
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Lifespan: |
perennial
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Attributes: |
deer resistant, butterfly attracting |
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description for "Astilbe: Astilbe simplicifolia 'Darwin's Snow Sprite'"
'Darwin's Snow Sprite' entire-leaved astilbe is a wonderful perennial plant for a shade garden. There is no plant that compares to astilbe. 'Darwin's Snow Sprite' produces airy white plumes on deeply cut foliage. Petite. Likes consistently moist, rich, organic soil. Perfect for a woodland garden. -- edited by dtd pbcouchman
History:
Astilbe x arendsii represents a large group of hybrid cultivars that were bred by Georg Arends of Germany from 1902 to 1952.