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False goats beard | Astilbe red

    Description

    False goats beard (Astilbe red) is a striking moisture-loving plant, ideal for adding bold colour and texture around ponds and in damp garden borders. Its dark green foliage forms an attractive clump, topped in summer by bright red, feathery plumes that bring vibrant interest from June to August.

    This Astilbe thrives in full sun to part shade, making it a versatile choice for many UK gardens where soil stays reliably moist. The airy flower spikes and lush leaves create soft structure at the water’s edge or in other damp spots, helping to blend pond margins into surrounding planting.

    As a moisture lover, False goats beard is well suited to boggy areas and the edges of wildlife ponds, where its dense foliage can offer shelter and cover. Its colourful summer display also enhances the overall look of naturalistic and ornamental pond settings.

    False goats beard | Astilbe red

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      Bright red plumed flowers with lush green foliage thrive in moist, shady spots.

      £14 £12

      • Delivery within 2-5 working days
      • Adds bold red summer colour around ponds and damp borders
      • Loves moist soil, perfect for boggy areas and pond edges
      • Dense foliage helps soften and blend pond margins
      • Provides shelter and cover around wildlife ponds

      Bright red plumed flowers with lush green foliage thrive in moist, shady spots.

      Description

      False goats beard (Astilbe red) is a striking moisture-loving plant, ideal for adding bold colour and texture around ponds and in damp garden borders. Its dark green foliage forms an attractive clump, topped in summer by bright red, feathery plumes that bring vibrant interest from June to August.

      This Astilbe thrives in full sun to part shade, making it a versatile choice for many UK gardens where soil stays reliably moist. The airy flower spikes and lush leaves create soft structure at the water’s edge or in other damp spots, helping to blend pond margins into surrounding planting.

      As a moisture lover, False goats beard is well suited to boggy areas and the edges of wildlife ponds, where its dense foliage can offer shelter and cover. Its colourful summer display also enhances the overall look of naturalistic and ornamental pond settings.

      Product Details
      • Plant Type: Moisture Loving
      • Placement Zone(s): 1
      • Height: 60 cm to 80 cm
      • Flower Colour: Red - Bright red, feathery plumes above dark green foliage
      • Flowering Months: Flowers from June to August, adding bold summer colour
      Care Instructions

      False Goat's Beard (Astilbe Red) Care Instructions:

      • Light: Thrives in full sun to part shade. Ideal for shaded garden spots where it can receive some sunlight.
      • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained. This moisture-loving plant does not tolerate dry soil conditions.
      • Soil: Prefers rich, humus-filled, and well-draining soil that retains moisture.
      • Trimming: Trim back dead foliage in autumn to promote healthy new growth.
      • Growth: Medium growth rate with vibrant red flowers from June to August.

      Following these simple care tips will ensure your Astilbe Red adds a bold splash of color and lush texture to your garden throughout the growing season.

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      Ordering & delivery


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      30 litre plants and some larger items are sent by specialist pallet delivery rather than standard parcel.

      If your order contains products with different delivery timings, it may be split into more than one shipment. Plants or products that are ready for immediate dispatch will normally be sent first, while later-season plants will be sent when they are ready. This helps us send live plants at the appropriate point in the season and in suitable condition to travel.

      For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

      Delivery costs

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      Current standard charges for mainland UK include:

      • £5.95 Standard Delivery
      • £49.95 Specialist Pallet Delivery – used for 30 litre plants and certain other larger items and usually delivered within 4-15 working days. Where needed, we or the carrier will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date.

      Highlands & Islands delivery options are shown at checkout. Current charges are:

      • Royal Mail from £5.95
      • Parcel Force from £24.95
      • Specialist Pallet Delivery from £99.95 to £174.95

      The correct charge for your order and postcode will always be shown before you place your order. For full details, please see our Shipping Policy.

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      Because we sell live aquatic plants and molluscs, some parts of our policy work differently from standard retail.

      Live plants and molluscs are perishable and are not suitable for routine returns once they have been prepared for dispatch.

      If there is a genuine issue on arrival, please contact us within 24 hours using the form on our Contact page, with your order number, photographs, and a short explanation.

      We will always review genuine issues carefully and fairly. Depending on the circumstances, the appropriate remedy may include a replacement, refund, or partial refund where appropriate.

      Please do not send anything back unless we have agreed this with you in writing first.

      For full details, please see our Refunds & Returns Policy.

      Contact & business details

      Edenmere is a trading name of Solilium Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales.
      Company No. 16810551
      Registered office: 128 City Road, London EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
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      The customer services opening hours are Monday to Friday 09.00 – 17.00.
      If the matter is urgent, you may also call us on 01865 537277.

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