Aruncus dioicus
Goat's Beard
![Aruncus dioicus Goat's Beard from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-697.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens,Inc.
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- Showy, cream-white plumes above dark green foliage
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Cut Flower/ Foliage](image/chars/char-109.png)
Cut Flower/ Foliage
![Low Maintenance](image/chars/char-81.png)
Low Maintenance
![Rock Garden](image/chars/char-43.png)
Rock Garden
![Deer Resistant](image/chars/char-36.png)
Deer Resistant
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Summer](image/chars/char-40.png)
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