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Actaea (formerly Cimicifuga) simplex 'Brunette'

Bugbane Atropurpurea (Purple)

Plant Type: Perennial

A large shade-loving bronzy-leaved perennial with soft spire-like flowers in late summer. Although flowers are compact, about 1.5", they are plentiful and are strongly fragrant. Prefers moist humusy soil. Attracts bees and butterflies. Foliage is attractive all season and the late season flowers light up the woodland garden.

SKU Size
ACTSMXBRU02G #2

Mature Height:

3-4 ft

Mature Spread:

2-3 ft

Zone:

4

Bloom Color:

White

Actaea (formerly Cimicifuga) simplex 'Brunette' Characteristics & Attributes:

Attracts Songbirds
Attracts Songbirds
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Butterflies
Summer Bloomer
Summer Bloomer
Great Foliage
Great Foliage
Mass Planting
Mass Planting
Fragrant
Fragrant
Partial Sun
Partial Sun
Full Shade
Full Shade
Average Water
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Moist, Well-Drained
Wet Soil/Wetlands
Wet Soil/Wetlands
Attributes
Groupings
Moist Areas
Specimen
Slow Growing
Border or Bed
Woodland Edge
Woodland Garden
Late Summer Bloomer
Fragrant Foliage
Foliage Color
Purple
Bronze
Habit
Clump-forming
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Late Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Soil Moisture
Keep Well-Watered