astilbe 'Bressingham Beauty'

Grow in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil in full sun or grow in partial shade if the soil is likely to dry out in the summer. Plants must be divided every three to four years to maintain vigour

Cut back after flowering

Propagate by division in late winter or early spring, pot divisions under glass and plant out in late spring

Generally pest free

Powdery mildews may be troublesome