Aruncus 'Horatio' - P9

Description
The Goat's beard 'Horatio' (Aruncus aethusifolius) is a cushion-shaped perennial that forms white flowers arranged in panicles from June to July. Its pinnate leaves are medium green. In a semi-shady location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 90 cm and is approx. 60 cm wide. The Goat's beard 'Horatio' is well tolerant of frost.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Aruncus aethusifolius 'Horatio'.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Goat's beard 'Horatio' are medium green, pinnate. Goat's beard 'Horatio' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Goat's beard 'Horatio' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Cushion-shaped.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Goat's beard 'Horatio' sets beautiful accents together with: Japanese snake's beard, spring dogwood, garden funkia 'Blue Mouse Ears'.

Tasks
- Cut back: July.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - If the plant is watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the roots are encouraged to penetrate deeper into the soil. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought.

Flower
Aruncus aethusifolius 'Horatio' forms white flowers arranged in panicles from June.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, grave