aruncus dioicus (goat's beard) (bride's feathers)
$15.95
- large white plumes form above lacy green foliage
- excellent background plant for shady, moist spots
- great massing perennial
- bloom time: midsummer
- zone 4
- height 120-180cm
- spread 100-150cm
- colour white
- soil should be consistently moist as aruncus will not tolerate long periods of drought
- thrives in partial shade, or full sun if adequate moisture is provided
- finished flowers can be left on (if desired) as the dried plumes look attractive, lasting well into the summer
- plants are slow to establish
- some susceptibility to leaf spot, but generally an insect and disease free plant
- partial sun/shade
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
- bog or water garden
- (image courtesy of NVK nurseries, NVK holdings inc.)