Aruncus dioicus

Goatsbeard seems a mean name for this frothy firework of creamy loveliness. Though the flowers don’t last long, they make good seedheads and the divided, apple-green leaves stay looking presentable all season if given the rich and well-watered soil this perennial needs. White is always good company for yellow (think lemon meringue pie) – seen here with broom and whorls of Jerusalem sage (