A compact Goats beard, reaching only about 1/3 the size of the species Aruncus dioicus
Pronunciation
(a-RUN-kus)
Plant Type
All Plants, Perennials Hardy
Hardiness Zone
4-7
Sunlight
semi-shade
Moisture
prefers moist but will tolerate average conditions, avoid dry
Soil & Site
prefers moist but will tolerate average conditions, avoid dry
Flowers
prefers moist but will tolerate average conditions, avoid dry
Leaves
green, bi or tripinnately compound
Dimensions
1.5-2 feet with equal spread
Maintenance
very little
Propagation
U. S. Plant Patent PP15,798, June 14, 2005, division
Cultivar Origin
Originated at Bluemont Nursery (USA) Was developed by Allan Armitage of the University of Georgia. A hybrid between Aruncus dioicus and Aruncus aethusifolius.
Author's Notes
Having grown the species and few cultivars of Aruncus, I have found the secrete is good moist soil and partial shade.
Notes & Reference
#04-Herbaceous Perennial Plants (Allan Armitage)
, #144-Missouri Botanical Gardens web site (www.missouribotanicalgarden.org)