Species aruncus
off-white flowers with green leaves on light-brown stems

aruncus

Aruncus 'Horatio'

Aruncus 'Horatio' is an amazing plant species due to its vibrant blooms and deep green foliage. It bears white, feathery plumes that are densely packed with tiny flowers and reach up to 3 feet in height. Its feathery foliage is deeply cut, adding a lush, soft texture to the garden. The evergreen leaves are lustrous and offer a rich foliage backdrop against which the creamy-white inflorescences stand out clearly. This perennial is perfect for woodland gardens, providing four-season interest and elegant visuals. Its extreme hardiness makes 'Horatio' an ideal choice for beginner gardeners and experienced green thumbs alike.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 7

Flowers:

Creamy white Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Aruncus 'Horatio' should be watered generously once a week or every 5-7 days. During hot and humid weather they should be watered more frequently, while during the colder winter months they only need to be watered every couple of weeks. They prefer well-drained, moist soil, so check the soil regularly to ensure it isn't too dry before watering. Around 1 inch of water is enough to keep them healthy. Avoid overwatering as this can damage their roots.

sunlight

Aruncus 'Horatio' plants prefer full sunlight but will tolerate some light shade. Plants should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day; however, for optimal growth, 8-10 hours daily is recommended. If you are growing this plant in a shadier location, make sure to provide supplemental lighting, such as grow lights, to simulate the sunlight.

pruning

Aruncus 'Horatio' is best pruned in the early spring before new growth begins. This species can be cut back quite severely with no harm to the plant, however this should only be done if necessary as it may reduce the size of the blooms. Pruning of dead or diseased stems should be done as soon as possible. After the main blooming period, Aruncus 'Horatio' can be lightly pruned to shape the plant, however it is important to not trim more than 1 third of the growth in any 1 season.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Aruncus 'Horatio' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Aruncus 'Horatio' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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