- USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9
- Height 28-30 Inches Tall
- Spread 18-20 Inches Wide
- Light Requirement is Full Shade to Full Sun
Milk and Honey Astilbe has a fluffy, creamy white bundle of flowers that enhances a garden or container. Also known as Astilbe chinensis, this pretty perennial adds grace and texture to the landscape. The creamy white flowers begin to bloom in mid and late summer, so this is a perfect "moon garden" plant for homeowners to enjoy on warm summer evenings.
The flowers of Milk and Honey Astilbe arise from bushy, slightly marbled foliage that is pretty on its own. The plant reaches about 30 inches high and 20 inches wide. Deer and rabbits tend to ignore the pretty flower plumes and bees love them. Astilbes grow best in fertile soil and light shade or filtered sun. They are perfect for part-shade containers or under small trees. The plants can tolerate cold down to zone 4 and the heat of zone 9.
Milk and Honey Astilbe Care
Milk and Honey Astilbe needs good, rich soil and regular watering. Although this variety can handle periods of drought, it does best with consistent watering. Fertilize the plant in late spring before flowering begins. Divide the plant every 3 or 4 years to keep it healthy. Leave faded foliage on through winter.
Milk and Honey Astilbe Spacing
A group of Milk and Honey Astilbe adds a white, sea-like effect to the landscape and helps control weeds. Place your astilbes about 18 to 20 inches apart from one center to another.
Milk & Honey Astilbe Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 28-30 Inches |
| Spread: 18-20 Inches |
| Spacing: 18-20 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Consistent |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Resists: Deer & Rabbits |
| Attracts: Bees |
| Features: Drought |
| Scientific Name: Milk and Honey' Astilbe chinensis |
| Common Name: Milk & Honey Astilbe |
| Other Name(s): Chinese astilbe; False Goat's Beard; Tall False-Buck's-Beard |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- ASTMH
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations