🌸 Astilbe chinensis ‘Strawberry Swirl’ – Blush and Cream in Gentle Motion
Two‑toned plumes of blush and cream sway like summer breezes over fern‑green foliage.
Astilbe ‘Strawberry Swirl’ offers a romantic blend of soft pink and creamy white plumes, with each spike featuring a gentle gradient of color. Blooming in midsummer, it thrives in moist, shaded beds and brings a painterly softness to arrangements. Its airy texture and subtle color shifts make it a favorite for designers seeking movement and depth.
- 📅 Harvest stage: Plumes fully open, color fresh
- 💧 Proper conditioning: Recut under water; hydrate in clean water with preservative
- ❄️ Storage temperature: 1–3 °C
- 🍃 Ethylene sensitivity: Low
- 📦 Packaging: Sleeve loosely; allow airflow
- 🛒 Purchasing hints: Even color, no browning
- 🚚 Transport: Cool, shaded, hydrated
- 📦 Bundle Size: 10 stems
- 🌍 Native to North America? No — hybrid cultivar.
- 🐝 Pollinators Fed: Bees.
✂️For Floral Designers
- Adds height and movement without heaviness
- Soft color blend for layered palettes
- Works beautifully in romantic and garden‑style designs
- Gentle feathery panicles frame and blur edges, adding depth without heaviness
- Design Inspiration
- Romantic: Pair with pale peonies and hydrangea
- Rustic: Combine with meadowy perennials
- Contemporary: Use in tonal blush‑and‑cream arrangements
🎉For Event Planners
- Gentle color reads well in photography
- Holds up in shaded outdoor venues
- Adds a romantic, airy element to large installations
- Plumes diffuse light for a soft, romantic effect in images
- Flows easily from classic weddings to garden-inspired celebrations
- Reads beautifully in photos and film, creating a dreamy, romantic atmosphere
- Ideal for suspended designs or large-scale foam‑free structures
Quick Specs
- 📅 Season: Midsummer
- 🌿 Vase Life: 5–7 days with cool conditioning
- 📏 Stem Length: 18–28″
- 🌸 Fragrance: Light, fresh‑green
Ordering
📦 Availability: Late summer into early fall 📦 Quantities: 10 stems per bunch
Pairs Well With
Marketing Angle for Designers
🌸 Romantic Elegance
“Blush and cream plumes swirl together like a watercolor wash, bringing a soft, painterly romance to your bouquet. Strawberry Swirl adds height and movement without heaviness, letting your focal blooms breathe while still creating a sense of abundance. Perfect for clients who want their flowers to feel dreamy, layered, and timeless.”
💎 Modern‑Luxury Statement
“With its two‑tone plumes and clean vertical lines, Strawberry Swirl is a designer’s secret for adding refined texture to high‑end arrangements. The blush‑to‑cream gradient reads beautifully in both daylight and candlelight, and its airy form gives even the most structured designs a sense of effortless elegance.”
🌿 Rustic‑Garden Charm
“Like a handful of meadow light, Strawberry Swirl brings a fresh‑from‑the‑garden authenticity to your arrangements. Its feathery plumes sway gently, adding movement and a natural story your clients will love — perfect for outdoor celebrations and seasonal, just‑picked designs.”
Astilbe’s feathery plumes bring an ethereal touch to arrangements, casting a soft veil of texture and diffused color. From creamy whites and blushes to rich pinks and reds, it’s a palette‑bridging stem that offers 4–7 days of vase life when handled with care — happiest in cool venues away from heat.