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RedCrocus Brunette Bugbane Actaea simplex 'Brunette'- Fragrant Shade Perennial for Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Container & Garden Plant 2 Gallon

RedCrocus Brunette Bugbane Actaea simplex 'Brunette'- Fragrant Shade Perennial for Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Container & Garden Plant 2 Gallon

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SKU:pe2g266-redcrocus

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Brunette' Bugbane Actaea simplex 'Brunette'

Description

A tall, stately perennial with deep purple foliage and delicate white flower spires in late summer. Known for its elegant appearance and fragrant blooms, it adds a refined touch to gardens and borders.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized landscapes. Acts as a backdrop or focal point and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Brunette' Bugbane Actaea simplex 'Brunette'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Brunette' Bugbane
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: 3-4 feet tall, spreads up to 2 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Deciduous with dark purple leaves
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
  • Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: Yes
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Astilbes

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Best planted in spring or fall in shaded, well-drained soil.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, avoid drought conditions.
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Rich, humus-rich soil preferred.
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerates average to high humidity.
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers and trim back after foliage dies back in fall.
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in the nursery.
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage to flower stems.
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