About
A clump-forming perennial with upright stems 1.2-2.4m tall bearing mid- to dark green, palmately-lobed leaves. Sprays of small, bright pink flowers that fade to pale pink with age are produced in summer.
About the genus
Filipendula are rhizomatous herbaceous perennials with pinnately divided leaves and large sprays of small rosy-pink or white flowers borne on leafy stems well above the foliage
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming, Columnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Prairie planting
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, moist soil in sun or part shade
PruningCut back after flowering
PropagationPropagate by division
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to fungal leaf spot, and to powdery mildews, especially in poor or dry soils