Culture
Best grown in moist, fertile, organically rich soils in full sun to part shade. Foliage decline can occur rapidly if soils are permitted to dry out. With consistent moisture, it performs well in full sun in the northern portions of its growing range, but prefers part shade in the warmer southern part of its growing range. Removing faded flower stalks will not prolong bloom, but may improve plant appearance, particularly if a ground cover look is desired. On the other hand, flower stalks may be left in place to enjoy the continuing ornamental effect of the dried seed plumes. Plants can be slow to establish.
Noteworthy Characteristics
Aruncus is a genus of 2-3 species of herbaceous perennials from the Northern Hemisphere.
Genus name is the classical Greek name for these plants.
'Chantilly Lace' is a compact, hybrid selection of goat's beard. This cultivar was selected from seed-grown plants resulting from a cross between Aruncus 'Misty Lace' and Aruncus aethusifolius × dioicus. Mature plants will reach up to 2.75' tall and 4' wide. Plumes of creamy white flowers bloom in summer above compact, tidy clumps of finely divided foliage. US plant patent PP30740 applies to this cultivar.
Problems
No serious insect or disease problems. Some susceptibility to leaf spot.
Uses
Partly shaded areas of rock gardens, border, open woodland gardens or shade gardens. Pond or stream margins. Mass plantings are excellent in flower.