Aruncus dioicus ‘Liz's Goat'
A refined selection of goat’s beard noted for its balanced, upright habit and finer texture than the species. It forms a leafy, bush-like clump that remains effective well beyond flowering, particularly in woodland conditions. The flower plumes are shorter and more restrained than typical forms, giving the plant a quieter, more foliage-forward presence through the season.
Growing Conditions
Light: part shade
Moisture: average to moist
Soil: moisture-retentive; fertile garden soils
Hardiness zone: 3
Maintenance: low
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 130
Spread (cm): 90
Habit: upright clump
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: June–July
Seasonal interest: early summer flowering; foliage presence into fall
Foliage: green
Flower: white
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: pollinators
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: woodland gardens; part-shaded borders
Features: fine-textured foliage; upright habit; shorter flower plumes; strong foliage presence
Notes: selected from a group of standard goat’s beard plants; finer texture and shorter creamy-white plumes than the species; establishes well in woodland conditions; foliage may show muted yellow and orange tones in fall in drier or sunnier sites