Astilbe × arendsii ‘Bridal Veil’ is a graceful astilbe cultivar valued for its arching, creamy white flower plumes and finely textured foliage. This herbaceous perennial typically grows 24 to 30 inches tall and forms attractive clumps of deep green, fern-like leaves. Blooming in early to mid-summer, ‘Bridal Veil’ produces soft, cascading flower panicles that add movement and brightness to shaded and partially shaded gardens. It thrives in consistently moist, well-drained soils and performs reliably in woodland gardens, shade borders, and along streams or ponds.

Why choose Bridal Veil Astilbe

• Elegant blooms: Arching white flower plumes create a soft, flowing look

• Lush foliage: Finely divided leaves add texture even when not in bloom

• Shade adaptable: Performs well in part shade to full shade

Cultivating tips

• Sun exposure: Part shade to full shade (morning sun tolerated with moisture)

• Soil needs: Prefers consistently moist, rich, well-drained soils

• Maintenance: Low—remove spent flower stalks and cut back foliage in fall or spring

Designs for your garden

• Shade borders: Adds softness and brightness beneath trees

• Woodland gardens: Pairs well with ferns and other shade perennials

• Moist landscapes: Ideal near water features or low-lying garden areas

Ecological benefits

• Pollinator-friendly: Flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects

• Mid-season nectar: Provides floral resources in early to mid-summer

• Low maintenance: Reliable performance with minimal care when properly sited

Since Astilbe arendsii ‘Bridal Veil’ is not a native species, consider these native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Carex appalachica – Appalachian Sedge – A fine-textured, shade-tolerant native grass that forms soft, flowing tufts, ideal for naturalized woodland gardens.
• Carex stricta – Tussock Sedge – A moisture-loving native sedge with graceful, arching foliage that thrives in shady, wetland areas.
• Thelypteris noveboracensis – New York Fern – A shade-loving native fern with delicate, feathery fronds, perfect for woodland gardens and moist, shaded areas.