Rheinland Astilbe

Astilbe x arendsii 'Rheinland'

Nature Hills Nursery

Striking Clear Pink Plumes Rise Above Lush Green Foliage for Pollinator-Packed Early Summer Color
Thrives in Zones 4-9
Grows 2 ft Tall and Wide
Showy Pink Blooms in Early Summer
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: This variety thrives in partial shade, ideally receiving filtered light or morning sun followed by afternoon shade. While it can handle a bit more sun in cooler northern zones, too much direct afternoon exposure will scorch the fern-like foliage and fade the blooms.
Soil: Plant in rich, organic soil that stays consistently moist but drains well. If you are working with sandy soil, amend it heavily with compost or peat moss to improve water retention, as these plants hate having "wet feet" but struggle in dry conditions.

Watering Requirements

Consistent moisture is the secret to success with Astilbe, so keep the soil evenly damp throughout the establishment period and beyond. These plants are not drought-tolerant; if the soil dries out completely, the leaves will quickly turn brown and crispy at the edges.

Pruning Tips

Clean up the plant by cutting back the old, withered foliage to ground level in early spring before fresh green shoots emerge. You can deadhead the spent flower plumes in summer to keep the plant looking tidy, though many gardeners leave them for winter interest.

Fertilizer Needs

Feed your Astilbe with a balanced, slow-release flowering plant fertilizer in early spring just as new growth begins. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the growing season, as this pushes soft foliage growth that is susceptible to winter damage.

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

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Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Attracts pollinators, Cold hardy, Deer-resistant, Flowering, Groundcover
Hardiness Zone	3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Sunlight	Partial shade
Height	2 ft
Width	2 ft
Watering Needs	High
Preferred Soil	Loamy, Peaty
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Compact
Plant Life Cycle	Perennial
Blooms In	Summer
Flower Color	Pink
Foliage Color	Green
Suitable Space	Indoors, Outdoors
Botanical Name	Astilbe x arendsii 'Rheinland'
Species	x arendsii
Cultivar	Rheinland
Class	Saxifragales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Bright pink, feathery wands! The fat fluffy flowers of the Rheinland Astilbe (Astilbe x arendsii 'Rheinland') feature incredibly striking, tall blooms of clear pink that rise above the foliage, adding a light, airy quality to your beds and borders!

Mounds of lovely lush green, compound leaves, the foliage is light and graceful! Starting a bright green in early spring, they deepen to a darker green as summer approaches. Becoming the perfect backdrop to the incredible blooms! The flowers contrast wonderfully with the glossy foliage and are supported on strong, upright reddish stems.

The fluffy pink blooms are tall and feathery. Each early summer they will be absolutely smothered by pollinators! Astilbe is considered to be deer and rabbit-resistant but will attract loads of butterflies and hummingbirds!

You'll enjoy these unique flowers indoors and out! As lovely in a vase or bouquet as a thriller and focal point flowers as they are brightening your shady paths and garden beds!

Cold and heat hardy throughout USDA planting zones 4 to 9, these perennials grow 18 - 24 inches in height and width, forming tidy mounds of lacy finery. Fall brings one more trick up Astilbe's sleeve as the chill brings a yellow hue to the foliage before the snow flies!

Landscape Application:

Use this showy perennial for beautiful summer color in shadier areas of your landscape. You will be delighted to see how this plant forms a graceful perennial garden addition or adds beauty to shade gardens! Try planting with Bleeding Hearts, Barrenworts, Hostas, and Ferns!

The Rheinland Astilbe creates an amazingly refined border look or mass plantings and works as an excellent ground cover or edging plant for shady areas. Reaching a tidy two-foot in size, these plants do not overtake or overpower any garden site.

The gorgeous blooms are also lovely additions as both thrillers and focal points cut flowers to make grand fresh or dried bouquets. Create lovely floral arrangements with these bold pink blooms! Any moist, shaded location is fantastic for these lovely blooms.

Perfectly sized for use in containers and planters, even window boxes are fitting sites for these graceful plants! Add a potted Astilbe on your porch, patio, or balcony! Welcome visitors to your shaded front steps with a matched pair of Rheinland as showy thrillers with a fringe of groundcover Ajuga or Sanguineum Striatum Geranium as a lovely spiller!

Update tired Cottage gardens and moist rock gardens, or add some dramatic color and light, airy foliage around your water features where Astilbe can soak up the extra moisture.

Originating in China, Astilbe is also completely at home in Asian-inspired gardens. Also completely at home as an understory planting, use these as facer plants to hide the leggy bare stems of larger shrubs and trees. Or, skirt large trees or garden structures for a clean and finished look!

Clear Bold Pink Flowers & Tall, Feathery Blooms
Unique Reddish Stems
Light & Airy Glossy Green Foliage
Attracts Beneficial Pollinators & Hummingbird Friendly!
Great Fresh & Dried Cut Flower!
Great for Cottage, Perennial & Container Gardens!
Beds, Borders & En Masse

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Rheinland Astilbe is most successfully grown in a shady area but can tolerate some morning sun. Especially in the warmer hardiness zones, be sure to plant these tender perennials where they'll be protected from the hot afternoon sun or completely full shade! Hardy in North America growing zones 4-9, these are very cold tolerant herbaceous perennial plants!

Moist, well-drained soil is a key feature for growing a healthy Astilbe plant. It's also best to not allow Rheinland to overly dry out because all Astilbe prefers moist, humus, organically-rich soils. Adding mulch is recommended in drier areas, to help maintain soil moisture and insulate the root system from heat and cold. Top dress your site with at least 2-3 inches of mulch, extending out past the leaves for a finished look and to maintain consistent soil moisture.

In order to keep Astilbe looking good for the next year, do not cut it back in the winter, (the old foliage helps protect the plant from winter damage), but prune it in early spring so it will look fresh and ready for the next growing season.

Part Shade & Full Shade
Well-Drained Organic Soil
Moisture Loving
Prune In Early Spring
Cold Tolerant Herbaceous Perennial
Deer & Rabbit Resistant

For the hardy, brilliant blooms and deer-resistant beauty that Astilbe brings to the landscape, you'll adore this unique garden addition! The award-winning Rheinland Astilbe blooms will leave you speechless daily! Order your very own Rheinland Astilbe today at NatureHills.com!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mature height and spread of Rheinland Astilbe?

Rheinland Astilbe reaches 18-24 inches in both height and width, forming tidy mounds. This compact size makes it perfect for borders, mass plantings, or as ground cover in shady areas without overwhelming other plants.

How much water does Rheinland Astilbe need, and can it tolerate drought?

Rheinland Astilbe requires consistent moisture and cannot tolerate drought conditions. This shade perennial thrives with regular watering, especially during its early summer bloom period in zones 4-9. Keep soil evenly moist for best performance. Shop Nature Hills for healthy plants.

Is Rheinland Astilbe shipped as bare root, potted, or something else?

Rheinland Astilbe is typically shipped as a potted plant during the growing season. This USDA zones 4-9 perennial establishes quickly when planted in spring, reaching its full 18-24 inch size by early summer bloom time. Plant in partial to full shade for best results.

What are the planting instructions for bare root Rheinland Astilbe?

Plant bare root Rheinland Astilbe in early spring in partial to full shade with rich, moist, well-draining soil. Dig holes 18-24 inches apart to accommodate their mature spread. Set the crown at soil level and water thoroughly after planting.

Should I cut back Rheinland Astilbe in fall or leave the foliage for winter?

You can leave Rheinland Astilbe foliage through winter since it provides garden interest and the stems offer structure. The yellow fall foliage adds seasonal color before snow in zones 4-9. Cut back to ground level in early spring before new growth emerges, available at naturehills.com.

Is Rheinland Astilbe deer or rabbit resistant?

Yes, Rheinland Astilbe is considered deer and rabbit resistant. While no plant is 100% deer-proof, astilbes are generally avoided by these pests due to their foliage texture and taste. Plant in partial to full shade for best results.

What if my Rheinland Astilbe doesn't bloom or wilts after purchase?

Rheinland Astilbe blooms in early summer and thrives in zones 4-9 with consistent moisture and shade to partial shade. Wilting usually indicates dry soil or too much sun exposure. Ensure soil stays moist but well-draining, and provide afternoon shade for best results.