Aruncus diocus (Goats Beard)

Deciduous perennial herbaceous plant Size at maturity: 3-7' tall, 3-5' wide Light requirements: full shade, part sun / part shade Moisture requirements: moist soil Growth rate/ease: moderate growth rate, easy to grow Bloom time: May - August Wildlife support: adult butterflies/nectar source, bees and other insect pollinators, beneficial insects/pest eating insects, caterpillar host plant/larval food source, hummingbirds (Oregon Flora Project) Native habitat/range: Common throughout most areas of western OR, WA and northern CA including the Cascades along streams and in moist meadows and forests, but also sometimes in disturbed areas such as roadsides.  Special features & uses: supports wildlife, including hummingbirds!