Aruncus aethusifolius (Dwarf Goat's Beard)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusAruncus
Speciesaethusifolius
CategoryPerennials
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4a-8b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-34
Temperature (°F)-30
Height30-45 cm
Spread30-38 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeThis charming goat’s beard should be planted up front, at the border, in the rock garden, along the walkway, preferably in the light shade.
PropagationBy dividing the rootball
HabitatEurope, Asia and North America
Leaf DescriptionThe fine, dark green leaves grow into compact mounds.
Flower DescriptionIn June, the cream flowers, in loose spikes rise above the foliage. Later, the flowers change colour from cream to olive green, then in autumn, the leaves change colour to warm orange.

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