Astilbe 'Mighty Pip'
Also Known As
- Mighty Pip False Spirea
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-4'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 3a-9a
Astilbe 'Mighty Pip' plant details
Astilbe 'Mighty Pip' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer pink and salmon flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Astilbe 'Mighty Pip'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: saxifragaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink and salmon blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: cottage garden, panicles, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Astilbe 'Mighty Pip'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Astilbe 'Mighty Pip' plant
How to Grow Astilbe 'Mighty Pip'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- salmon
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - regular
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