We saved a goat’s beard.
This is likely not what you
think.
Goat’s beard is a perennial plant
native to the West Coast states, but capable of surviving in our plant zone. Desiree bought a start for the plant from
Tizer Botanic Gardens early in the summer and has been tending it in the
sunroom ever since.
Realizing time was running out
for getting the goat’s beard planted, we made a quick run to the cabin to do
such.
Goat’s beard enjoys moist soil
and does well in partial shade. Given this,
we pried a hole in the earth at the southeast corner of the cabin and plunked
the plant down in that. The cabin structure
will provide shade. Additionally, runoff
from the roof will feed extra moisture the plant.
Goat’s beard grows to a height
of five feet. They are exceptionally showy
when they bloom in early to midsummer.
We are hoping for big shows in the summers to come.
Up Close (A Modest Start)
The New Home
Goat’s Beard in Full Bloom (Amazon.com)
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