Actaea racemosa
perennialZones 3–8nativedeer resistantDramatic native woodland perennial with tall, white bottlebrush flower spikes rising 4-6 feet above bold compound foliage. A statement plant for shade gardens.
Top-dress with compost to mimic natural woodland soil enrichment.
This woodland plant prefers consistently moist soil. Water during dry spells.
Interesting dark seed heads provide fall and winter structure.
Native Appalachian woodland species. Fragrant flowers attract native pollinators. Historically important medicinal plant for indigenous peoples.
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