Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffi'
goat's beard
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moist, fertile soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June and July
- Flower colour: creamy-white
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Masses of tiny, creamy-white flowers on arching, wiry stems in June and July and finely divided, fern-like, mid-green leaves. This attractive summer-flowering perennial flourishes in moist soil in sun or partial shade. More compact than the species Aruncus dioicus, it's particularly suitable for small gardens or where border space is limited. - Garden care: Cut back the flowered stems back hard to just above ground-level in autumn and apply a generous mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant.