Overview
Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Aruncus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides 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.
About
Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides is a clump-forming deciduous cultivar within the Aruncus genus, part of the Rosaceae family. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for south-, west-, or east-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types, 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 as 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 var. astilboides size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides
- 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 var. astilboides?
Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides need?
Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides 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 var. astilboides hardy in the UK?
Aruncus dioicus var. astilboides 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 var. astilboides?
Division in spring or autumn.