White candlestick (Stilbe albiflora)

White candlestick

White candlestick is a captivating perennial herbaceous plant, notable for its slender, elegant stems and graceful panicles of small, starry white flowers. These blooms contrast strikingly with its dark green foliage during summer months. Thriving in moist, well-drained soils and preferring partial shade, white candlestick has adapted to flourish beneath forest canopies, where dappled sunlight promotes its lush growth.

Scientific classification

Species

White candlestick (Stilbe albiflora)

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Perennial

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Care Guide for White candlestick

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Pruning: White candlestick has slender, upright stems adorned with white spikes. Prune in early spring by removing dead wood and thinning branches for air circulation. Cut back a third of the oldest stems to promote growth, maintain shape, enhance flowering, and prevent diseases.

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