ACTAEA

Commonly known as Bugbane, Cohosh, Snakeroot

All AUG-OCT (formally Cimicifuga)

ACTAEA syn. Cimicifuga.

Genus of 27 species of woodland perennials with short rhizomes from temperate regions of the northern hemisphere.

Further Reading....
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Erect,clump forming, rhizomatous perennials. Bottlebrush-like spikes of flowers followed by greenish-white, then brown, dry seedpods.

Buy Varieties of ACTAEA

ACTAEA 'Chocoholic'

ACTAEA 'Chocoholic'

Bugbane, Cohosh, Snakeroot

pink blooms fading to white. Purple-bronze foliage

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individually £14.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each 
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Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
ACTAEA racemosa 'Pink Spike'

ACTAEA racemosa 'Pink Spike'

Black cohosh, Black snakeroot

black foliage and flowers which open pink

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ACTAEA simplex 'Atropurpurea'

ACTAEA simplex 'Atropurpurea'

Bugbane, Cohosh, Snakeroot

a beautiful plant with wine coloured foliage and white flowers on tall stems

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Available again from NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2024 - Despatch will be anytime during November or December as stock becomes available. Bareroot hedging and roses can be delayed by unfavourable weather conditions.
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ACTAEA simplex 'Brunette'

ACTAEA simplex 'Brunette'

Bugbane, Cohosh, Snakeroot

very dark black purple leaves and spikes of scented white flowers

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ACTAEA simplex 'White Pearl'

ACTAEA simplex 'White Pearl'

Bugbane, Cohosh, Snakeroot

white flowers and green leaves

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individually £14.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each 
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Available Early Spring 2025 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
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