Misty Lace Goatsbeard

Misty Lace Goatsbeard (Aruncus 'Misty Lace')

Misty Lace Goatsbeard is a compact, heat-tolerant perennial forming a dense mound of finely cut green foliage topped by airy, creamy white plumes in late spring to early summer. It thrives in part shade with steady moisture, brightening woodland edges, shade borders, and containers.

Distinctive Features

Dwarf habit delivers the look of classic goatsbeard with improved heat and humidity tolerance. Delicate, feathery inflorescences rise above ferny foliage for soft texture and seasonal bloom.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal in warm climates.
• Soil: Rich, well drained, humus-heavy soil that retains consistent moisture.
• Water: Keep evenly moist, especially through bud set and bloom; avoid prolonged drought.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8.
• Mature Size: 1.5 to 2 ft tall and 2 to 3 ft wide.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Soft white plumes create a luminous anchor in shaded beds.
• Woodland Borders: Blends naturally with hostas, ferns, and shade perennials.
• Mixed Shade Beds: Adds fine texture among bold-leaved companions.
• Mass Planting: Forms cohesive drifts for unified shade displays.
• Containers: Performs in large pots with reliable moisture and drainage.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly to maintain a consistently moist root zone.
• Pruning: Deadhead or shear spent plumes after bloom; cut back foliage in late fall or early spring.
• Fertilizing: Top-dress with compost in spring or apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
• Mulching: Maintain a 2 to 3 in mulch layer to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperature.
• Notes: Provide afternoon shade in hot summers to prevent stress and leaf scorch.

Why Choose Misty Lace Goatsbeard?

• Compact Form: True dwarf habit fits smaller shade gardens and tight borders.
• Heat Tolerant: Handles humidity and warmer regions better than standard types.
• Refined Texture: Ferny foliage and airy bloom soften hard lines.
• Reliable Performer: Consistent flowering with steady moisture in part shade.
• Deer Resistant: Foliage is generally avoided by deer.

Plant in part shade with rich, moisture-retentive soil and maintain even watering for the fullest plumes and freshest foliage.