Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Astilbe × arendsii
Saxifragaceae · flowers
Prunus avium
Rosaceae · trees
Astilbe (Zones 4-8)
Cherry Tree (Zones 4-7)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–7
| Feature | Astilbe | Cherry Tree |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Astilbe × arendsii | Prunus avium |
| Family | Saxifragaceae | Rosaceae |
| Category | flowers | trees |
| Sun | ⛅ Part Shade | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium to High | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Rich, Well-drained |
| Height | 3' | 30' |
| Spread | 2' | 25' |
| Bloom Season | Summer | Spring |
| Bloom Color | Red, Pink, White, Purple | White |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Fast |
| Native Region | East Asia | Europe, Western Asia |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Astilbe
Cherry Tree
Astilbe
Cherry Tree
Choose Astilbe if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium to high water in zones 4–8.
Choose Cherry Tree if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 4–7.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–7. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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