Aruncus dioicus

Goat's Beard


Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens,Inc.

  • Showy, cream-white plumes above dark green foliage
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Partial Sun
Partial Sun
Summer
Summer



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Goat's Beard grows best in moist, humus-rich soils. In northern climates, it can be grown in full sun given adequate moisture.  Blooms in early to mid summer. Growth rate medium. Soil requires average to consistent water. 

Insects and diseases don't seem to bother this plant. 


Height: 3-4 ft
Spacing: 2 ft
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Ivory
Zone: 4-8
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Low Maintenance
  • Rock Garden
  • Border or Bed
  • Specimen
  • Focal Point
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Dark Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained