Perennials
Astilbe × arendsii 'Fanal'
Fanal astilbe
Also known as: False spirea
Upright red plumes rise over leaves that emerge mahogany and mature green. An early-flowering astilbe for moist beds. Grow in rich soil with steady moisture; mulch to slow drying.
At a glance
- Sun
- Part shade to full shade; sun with ample moisture
- Mature size
- 20 in. tall × 18–20 in. wide
- Water
- Consistently moist
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 4–9
- Bloom
- Red; early summer.
Sizes & prices
- #1$9.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Drought
- Poor choice for dry sites; drought can scorch foliage.
- Wet soil
- Needs steady moisture; avoid stagnant, waterlogged ground.
- Deer & rabbits
- Resistant, not browse-proof.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Pollinators & wildlife
- Attracts
- Bees
Growing & care
- Light
- Light shade is ideal; deep shade reduces flowering.
- Pruning
- Leave dry plumes for winter interest if desired. Cut old stems and leaves to ground level in spring before new growth develops.
Sources & photo credits
Photo: David J. Stang · CC BY-SA 4.0
Image notes: Fanal astilbe flowers. cultivar photograph; uncropped.
Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.