Goat's Beard Plant - Aruncus Dioicus

Goat's Beard Plant is recognized for its feathery plumes of small, creamy-white flowers atop tall, upright stems and fern-like foliage, which add a graceful touch to gardens and landscapes. It is a charming and beneficial type with several advantages in landscaping projects. This perennial belongs to the Rosaceae family and is admired for its striking plume-like flowers and attractive foliage. One of the primary benefits of incorporating it into landscaping is its captivating appearance.

The whimsical, fun aesthetic of the perennial makes it a lively contribution to any landscape. It is a welcome addition to any home or commercial garden, with striking fern-like foliage reminiscent of a goat beard.

Goat's Beard Plant Is A Stunning Native

Landscaping does not have to be complicated or time-consuming. By picking the right ones, you can easily enhance any landscape. Thanks to the fluff-like flair of this perennial flower, you can add a dash of eye-catching style to your lawn without the need for extensive digging or hardscaping.

Scientifically known as Aruncus dioicus, this blossom is perfect for adding elegance, grandeur, and effortless sophistication to a garden.

Goat's Beard Plant Can Reach 6 Feet Tall

With an impressive height of 3-6 feet, the Arancus dioicus gives your garden an earthy, magical feel. Its flowers bloom in a rich cream color on groups of clustered branches; though delicate, they are unmistakable and sure to capture anyone's attention as they stroll through your garden.

On a sunny evening in summer, these flowers, often called bride's feathers, boast plume-like foliage that sway in the breeze. You'll usually find them growing in woodland areas, forests, and meadows. For gardeners dreaming of a natural, wild feel for their landscape, this is a marvelous addition to their botanical collection.

Attract Pollinators With This Perennial 

In addition to their gorgeous blossoms, these flowers also sport strong sets of leaves that range from large to small, raising the stem and creating visual depth and fullness. Grouped, these flowers can form a gorgeous family of blossoms that enhance any landscape.

Partnered with other flowers, particularly those in vibrant blue, orange, and pink hues, they are breathtaking features in any scenery.

It Blooms May To June

It flowers bloom from May through June, offering a beautiful display of plush, airy blossoms. Easy to grow and maintain, they are often popular among gardeners who like meadow-inspired flora and have large spaces they wish to fill with native species.

Does It Grow Fast

It grows relatively fast, especially when grown under the right conditions. It usually takes 2-3 years to grow into maturity, after which it develops pretty foliage and magnificent plumes of white flowers when in bloom.

Where is the best place to put It

It does great in part to full shade and prefers rich, moist soils that are well-draining. It is great for woodland gardens or shaded borders.

What Is The Lifespan Of It

Proper care for it assures it can survive for several years, often lasting about 10-15 years or even more. The perennial grows year after year, which means that it will make a lasting impression in your yard.

Should I prune it?

Trimming is not required, but if done, it will ensure that the perennial assumes the right shape and supports growth.

How To Maintain It

Goat's beard plant can be grown by watering it when the conditions are dry and applying a layer of organic material over the top to help the soil retain moisture. Frequent but light feeding is recommended in spring.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Spring

Bloom/Foliage Color

White

Height at Maturity

Over 12"

Care

Goat's Beard Plant, or Aruncus dioicus, prospers in easy-draining soil and benefits from periodic watering to moisten the soil. Trim after blooming to keep shape and remove any dead or damaged stems. This plant is generally pest-resistant and low-maintenance.

Plant Reproduction

Goat's Beard Plant uses rhizomes to form large patches over time.

Planting bare-root perennials is best in any season if they are dormant; we only sell dormant plants. Planting them year-round is also excellent if you can get dormant perennials. When your bare-root perennials arrive, soak the roots in water for a few hours to rehydrate them. Lant by digging a hole wide enough to spread the roots comfortably and deep enough to place the top portion crown (where the roots meet the stem) at or slightly above ground level. Position the plant in the hole, backfill with native soil, and gently firm the soil around the roots—water well after planting to settle the soil around the plant and eliminate air. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to keep weeds at bay and moisture locked in, keeping the mulch away from the crown. Irrigate plants regularly during the first few weeks of drought; never water in full sun, and water late in the evenings to ensure the roots are established well. Fertilize sparingly in the first year, using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in subsequent years as needed. 

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