Tall, Graceful Salmon-Pink Plumes

Bressingham Beauty Astilbe (Astilbe × arendsii 'Bressingham Beauty') is a tall, elegant variety bearing long, gracefully tapered plumes of rich salmon-pink above lush, fern-like foliage in mid to late summer. Its height and refined color make it a beautiful mid-to-back-of-border plant for shaded, moist beds. A long-loved, dependable choice that's deer-resistant and pollinator-friendly, it's perfect for Minnetonka, Lakeville, and Blaine shade gardens.

Landscape Uses

Use Bressingham Beauty toward the middle or back of shaded borders, in woodland gardens, and in rain gardens. Its tall plumes are excellent for cutting and pair beautifully with hostas, ferns, and other astilbes.

Best Time to Plant

Plant in spring or early fall, when cool weather and steady moisture help roots establish. Avoid midsummer heat.

How to Plant

Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill with compost-enriched soil, water thoroughly, and mulch 2–3 inches deep to conserve moisture.

Watering

First Year: Keep the soil consistently moist, watering 2–3 times per week. Astilbe must not dry out.
After Year One: Continue regular watering, especially in heat.
Drip Irrigation: A soaker hose or drip line provides the steady moisture astilbe needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall does it get?
About 3 feet in bloom, making it a fine mid-to-back-of-border plant.

Will it grow in shade?
Yes, part to full shade is ideal; full sun works only with reliably moist soil.

Is it hardy in Minnesota?
Yes, hardy to Zone 4 and reliable statewide.

Is it deer resistant?
Yes, deer and rabbits generally avoid astilbe.

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Pair Bressingham Beauty with shorter astilbes, hostas, and ferns for a layered shade border.