Actaea - aka Cimicifuga
(Bugsbane)
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  • Tall, dramatic plants
  • Astilbe-like leaves
  • Fragrant racemes
  • Prefer rich, evenly moist soils
  • Shade, woodland, and natural sites
  • Site these tall plants out of strong winds
  • ​Pollinator plants
All varieties:
​simplex 'Black Negligee'
  • Lacy, black foliage
  • Fragrant white spires on black stems
  • Bloom time: late summer
  • 5' H x 2' W
simplex 'Brunette'
  • Dark bronze-purple foliage
  • White
  • Bloom time: late summer 
  • 5' H x 2' W