Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffi'
goat's beard
Masses of tiny, creamy-white flowers on arching, wiry stems in June and July and finely divided, fern-like, mid-green leaves. This attractive...
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Plant description
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, 'Kneiffi' is particularly suitable for small gardens or where border space is limited.
More compact than the species Aruncus dioicus, 'Kneiffi' is particularly suitable for small gardens or where border space is limited.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Aruncus dioicus Kneiffi:
Aruncus is a hardy, clump-forming perennial that prefers moist, humus-rich soil and a partially shaded to sunny position, though it will tolerate full sun if the soil stays reliably damp.
When planting, enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure and water in well. Keep the soil moist, especially in dry spells, as it dislikes drying out.
Deadhead faded flower spikes if you want to tidy the plant, or leave them for autumn structure. In autumn, cut back flowered stems to near ground level and apply a thick mulch around the base to protect the crown and feed the plant for the following season.
Divide overcrowded clumps every few years in early spring or autumn to maintain vigour.
When planting, enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure and water in well. Keep the soil moist, especially in dry spells, as it dislikes drying out.
Deadhead faded flower spikes if you want to tidy the plant, or leave them for autumn structure. In autumn, cut back flowered stems to near ground level and apply a thick mulch around the base to protect the crown and feed the plant for the following season.
Divide overcrowded clumps every few years in early spring or autumn to maintain vigour.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
