Overview
Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Aruncus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds and cut flowers. It is native to Europe and North America.
About
Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' is a clump-forming deciduous cultivar of the Aruncus genus, belonging to the Rosaceae family. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for south-, west-, or east-facing aspects, whether exposed or sheltered. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained soils, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is well suited to cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds, and can also be used for cut flowers. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn.
About the genus
Aruncus is a genus of clump-forming herbaceous perennial plants in the family Rosaceae. Botanical opinion of the number of species differs, with from one to four species accepted. They are closely related to the genus Spiraea.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Aruncus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Cut flowers
- Native to
- Europe, North America
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii'
- Propagation
- Division in spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Blackfly, Sawfly larvae
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii'?
Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' need?
Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' hardy in the UK?
Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Aruncus dioicus 'Kneiffii'?
Division in spring or autumn.