Astilbe 'Ellie'

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False goatsbeardPerennial, DeciduousFamily: Saxifragaceae

Height: 1mSpread: 45cm
Hardy

Attractive to wildlife

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front, middle

Soil

Acidic / Boggy / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist

False goatsbeard, astilbe, is a perennial with showy plumes of dramatic flowers atop fern-like foliage. It’s perfect for a shady corner, where its dramatic blooms will add height and colour. There are many varieties of astilbe to choose from, bearing flowers ranging in colour from dark pink to cream-white. Their flowers are adored by pollinators, especially hoverflies.

Astilbe 'Ellie' is an early-flowering variety, forming a compact mound of lacy foliage, from which plumes of white flowers appear from late spring. Both foliage and flowers are great for cutting. It’s ideal for growing in small gardens or pots, in sun or shade, as long as the soil is kept moist.

Grow Astilbe 'Ellie' in moist but well-drained soil in partial to full shade (although bear in mind it will flower less reliably in full shade). Avoid afternoon sun as this can scorch the leaves. Water in dry weather and cut back hard after blooming. Divide congested clumps in spring or autumn.

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Astilbe ‘Ellie’ and wildlife

Astilbe ‘Ellie’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Astilbe ‘Ellie’ poisonous?

Astilbe ‘Ellie’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People