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Aruncus dioicus - Goat's Beard

Aruncus dioicus

Goat's Beard

Goat's Beard has large white Astilbe-like flowers in June, held well above the plant. It prefers moist, shady locations and it is particularly gorgeous planted in masses.   The flowers attract numerous butterflies, pollinators and bees.  Aruncus dioicus is dioecious (separate male and female plants). Both flower but the male plants are more floriferous having numerous stamens per flower while the female flower has only 3 stamens.  The genus name Aruncus comes from the Greek word for goat’s beard.  Best if pruned back after flowering to promote bushy growth.

Height 48 Inches

Spread 24 Inches

Bloom Color White

USDA Hardiness Zone 5

Companion Plants to Aruncus dioicus

Tiarella cordifolia 'Brandywine'
Foamflower

Hosta 'Sum and Substance'
Plantain Lily

Phlox divaricata 'Blue Moon'
Woodland Phlox

Similar Plants to Aruncus dioicus

Filipendula x 'Red Umbrella'
Meadowsweet

Astilboides tabularis
White Astilboides