Species Goat's Beard
white flowers with green leaves and light-green stems

Goat's Beard

Aruncus dioicus var. acuminatus

Also Known As - Bride's Feathers,Sylvan Goatsbeard
Goat's Beard (Aruncus dioicus var. acuminatus) is a beautiful and versatile native perennial plant found most commonly in wooded areas and moist spots in the Midwest and North East regions of the United States. It's airy, fern-like foliage forms an impressive, lacy texture, with brilliant white plumes of flowers reaching three to four feet in height from late spring to early summer. Its attractive foliage turns chestnut brown in autumn. It is a tough, undemanding plant with few pest problems, and is an excellent choice for naturalizing in woodland gardens, pasture borders, and rock gardens.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

White/Cream Flowers

Sun:

Shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Goat's Beard requires regular watering for optimal growth. During the growing season (spring to fall), water the plant once weekly or every other week, making sure to keep the soil moist but not saturated. Do not allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Watering in the morning is preferable to avoid fungal diseases, as evaporation of water from the leaves is at its lowest. In the winter, reduce watering to every 3 to 4 weeks or when the soil starts to feel dry. Do not over water in the winter, as this can cause root rot and other fungal diseases. Be sure to water the plant regularly and at the root zone, not the foliage.

sunlight

Goat's Beard (Aruncus dioicus var. acuminatus) thrive when planted in sunny to partially shaded areas. They prefer at least 4 hours of direct sunlight during the daytime, with either morning or afternoon sun being ideal. If planted in a shadier location, a plant may not bloom as profusely as in a more sunny 1. In areas with hotter climates, some shade for a few hours during the hottest part of the day is recommended.

pruning

Goat's Beard (Aruncus dioicus var. acuminatus) should be pruned in late spring once it has finished flowering. The ideal time for pruning is when the new growth has emerged but before the flowers have opened. Pruning should be only light to moderate. Cut back about 1-third of the growth to encourage bushier plants. Remove any dead stems, leaves or flowers as well as any that are crowding the interior of the plant. Deadheading (removing spent flowers) may be done to promote a second flush of blooms. If necessary, thin out stems and cut them to the ground.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Oct
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Starts Flowering

Goat's Beard typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Goat's Beard typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.