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15 Top Native Plants of the Pacific Northwest

Make gardening a breeze with these easy-care native plants.

By Kelly D. Norris

Goat's beard, Aruncus dioicus
 

Goatsbeard

The native version of Astilbe, goatsbeard produces tall plumes of white blooms in early summer. This excellent background plant tolerates a range of soil and light conditions.

Name: Aruncus dioicus

Growing Conditions: Sun or shade and well-drained soil

Size: To 5 feet tall

Zones: 4-8

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