Astilbe arendsii ‘Fanal’ – Deep Red Plumes for Late-Season Drama
Astilbe arendsii ‘Fanal’ is a striking, bold perennial that adds a vibrant splash of colour to the garden with its rich, deep red flower plumes. Blooming from mid to late summer, the feathery red blooms rise above a mound of glossy green foliage, creating an eye-catching contrast that adds both texture and drama to shaded borders or woodland gardens. Hardy, low-maintenance, and pollinator-friendly, ‘Fanal’ thrives in moist, well-drained soil and is perfect for creating late-season interest in shaded areas.
Why Grow Astilbe arendsii ‘Fanal’?
Rich Red Blooms – Deep crimson-red, feathery plumes offer a striking contrast against dark green foliage.
Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies, providing nectar well into late summer.
Compact & Bushy Growth – Forms a neat, mound-like habit, making it ideal for borders, containers, and smaller gardens.
Shade & Moisture Loving – Perfect for shady corners, woodland gardens, and moist, well-drained soils.
Hardy & Low-Maintenance – Fully hardy and highly resistant to pests and diseases, requiring minimal care once established.
Planting & Care Guide
Position – Prefers partial to full shade but can tolerate light sun if kept well-watered. Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, and damp, well-drained areas.
Soil – Thrives in moist, rich, well-drained soil. It performs best when kept consistently damp but not waterlogged.
Watering – Water regularly to maintain moisture, especially during dry spells.
Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance.
- Cut back foliage in autumn after flowering to prepare the plant for the following season.
- Mulch around the base in spring to retain moisture and add nutrients to the soil.
- Divide clumps every few years to ensure healthy growth and prevent overcrowding.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Astilbe arendsii ‘Fanal’ pairs beautifully with other moisture-loving, shade-tolerant plants like Hostas, Heucheras, and Ferns, creating a lush, layered effect. For a striking contrast, plant alongside lighter-coloured varieties such as Astilbe ‘Visions in White’ or Astilbe ‘Visions in Pink’. It also complements late-season bloomers like Sedum, Rudbeckia, and Echinacea for an autumnal display.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
