I am replacing my 'Red Sentinel' and 'Bridal Veil' Astlbes. I have selected "Visions in Red" to replace 'Sentinel' but I am still debating about my choice for an Astilbe with striking white blooms that is shorter to medium in stature.
I think I have narrowed it down to either "Visions in White' or japonica 'Ellie' or even 'Bumalda'.
Of course I am interested in your experiences and impressions with these varieties.
"best" white Astilbe?
If you're looking for smaller stature, try 'White Wings'. Not as prevalent in the marketplace but worth it. I grew it in a pot the first year but too much shade so I planted it in the ground. Gets some dappled sun for part of the day and shade the rest of the day. I think it has slightly "puffier" plumes.
Bridal Veil has always been my favorite white.
Thanks for the suggestions but I did go with "Ellie".
When I pulled out some astilbes, it took abut 3 years before they were truly gone from that garden, so don't be surprised if you get a combo of stuff.