Aruncus dioicus Whirlwind

Scientific Name: Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii'

Also Known As

Aruncus dioicus Whirlwind 'Kneiffii'
Goat's Beard

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Aruncus dioicus Whirlwind plant details

Aruncus dioicus Whirlwind is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aruncus dioicus Whirlwind

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aruncus dioicus Whirlwind

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A “dwarf’ version of A. doicus that rises to about half the height. It sports the same creamy plumes that will move gently in the breeze and provide movement at a pond’s edge or in a shady spot.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Typical Goatsbeard plums over mounds of foliage that are incredibly dissected and lacinated into mere threads, the effect is lovely, height is about 4-5 foot tall, absolutely stunning. _Z 4