Overview
Aruncus 'Horatio' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Aruncus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Aruncus 'Horatio' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden.
About
Aruncus 'Horatio' is a perennial that forms clumps reaching heights of approximately 1.2 meters. Its leaves are finely divided and mid-green, exhibiting reddish hues as autumn approaches. In early to mid-summer, upright stems produce clusters of small cream-white flowers that eventually fade to brown.
About the genus
Aruncus consists of perennial plants that grow in clumps and spread through rhizomes. They feature leaves that are divided pinnately and produce tiny, creamy-white flowers, which are typically unisexual, arranged in sizable terminal panicles.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Aruncus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Aruncus 'Horatio' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aruncus 'Horatio'
- Cultivation
- Grow in moist, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade
- Pruning
- Cut back after flowering
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Aruncus 'Horatio'?
Grow in moist, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade.
Where is the best place to plant Aruncus 'Horatio'?
Aruncus 'Horatio' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Aruncus 'Horatio' need?
Aruncus 'Horatio' grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to poorly-drained.
How do I prune Aruncus 'Horatio'?
Cut back after flowering.
How big does Aruncus 'Horatio' grow?
Aruncus 'Horatio' reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Aruncus 'Horatio' hardy in the UK?
Aruncus 'Horatio' has a UK hardiness rating of H6.
How do I propagate Aruncus 'Horatio'?
Propagate by division in spring.