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| Plant Number: 1.153.080 | USDA Zone: 3 - 9 |
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 | Cimicifuga simplex ‘Atropurpurea’ |
| Common name : Black Bugbane |
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| (=Actaea simplex) Bugbanes are late-season blooming perennials, generally planted in rich moist woodland situations. This is a variable strain, valued for its large Astilbe-like leaves that range in colour from deep green to bronzy purple. Arching wands or bottlebrush spikes of fragrant pale-pink flowers rise above the clump in early fall. Great for cutting. In cool summer areas this will grow well in sunny sites, otherwise choose a part-shade location protected from hot afternoon sun. Plants will take about three years to develop into a mature clump. A striking specimen!
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Conditions |
Appearance |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal
Sandy
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral
Alkaline
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average
Moist
Care Level
Moderate
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Flower Colour
Light Pink
Blooming Time
Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Purple Black
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Fragrant
Specimen
Woodland
Flower Head Size
Very Large
Height
150-180 cm
59-70 inches
Spread
60-75 cm
23-29 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Slow
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