Astilbe, Beauty of Ernst

Beauty of Ernst/Color Flash Astilbe

Astilbe x arendsii 'Beauty of Ernst'

Height: 18-24in
Spread: 12-18in
Zone: 4-8
Exposure: Part shade to full shade
Bloom Time/Color: May-June; pink
Uses: Massing, borders, specimen
Maintenance: Low
Other: Cut flower, deer/rabbit resistant

Brilliant electric green foliage emerges in early spring, soon maturing to a palette of burgundy, purple, and green. In fall, foliage turns vibrant gold, orange and russet colors. Group in flower beds or spot in mixed containers. Tolerates more sun than other varieties, making it much more versatile in the garden. An herbaceous perennial. It is deer and rabbit resistant and very low maintenance. Stunning when massed together in full bloom.

**Photos courtesy of Monrovia, Doreen Wynja**