Goats Beard | Aruncus dioicus - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Goats Beard | Aruncus dioicus

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

A dense mass of bright green leaves, featuring a variety of shapes and sizes, possibly from a shrub or plant.

Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

Tiny white spiked flowers. Not fussy about the soil, but benefits from additional compost. This large, beautiful species is a great addition to a woodland garden.

Plant Details

Habitats	Riparian Forests
Mature Height	3-6’
Shade Preference	part shade, shade
Soil Tolerance	Moist to dry
Special Uses	Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Ornamental

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A lush green riparian forest with tall red alder trees and a rocky stream running through it.

Riparian Forests

Riparian areas are defined by NRCS as ecosystems that occur along waterways and water bodies. They serve as the transition between aquatic and terrestrial zones.