Black cohosh 'Atropurpurea'
Black cohosh 'Atropurpurea'
Actaea racemosa ‘Atropurpurea’
Actaea racemosa ‘Atropurpurea’
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- Dark red leaf provides an eye-catching ornamental value in the border.
- White plumes produce beautiful flowers from late summer to autumn.
- Attracts bees and butterflies for a lively garden.
- Shade-tolerant and ideal for dark spots in the garden.
- Low maintenance as a perennial in borders and borders 3.
Actaea racemosa ‘Atropurpurea’ Purple-Leaved Black Cohosh is a striking perennial with dusky purple foliage and airy flower panicles that rise above the leaves. Actaea racemosa Atropurpurea offers a bold, eye-catching presence in any garden bed, especially where shade prevails.
This Purple-Leaved Black Cohosh brings graceful height and sturdy stems, thriving in moist, rich soil and adapting to a range of climates. Its vibrant foliage provides year‑round texture and visual interest.
A versatile, native-inspired choice for borders and naturalistic scenes, it pairs beautifully with greens and contrasting blooms, adding depth and seasonal charm to a planting scheme.
Care and watering
Plant Actaea racemosa 'Atropurpurea' in partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Keep evenly moist and mulch to conserve moisture; avoid drought and waterlogging.
Maintenance
Apply a light spring mulch, remove spent stalks after flowering, and divide every few years to maintain vigor.
Location
Place in a woodland or shady border with rich soil; space 18-24 in (45-60 cm) apart and shield from harsh sun and strong winds.
Tips
Stake tall blooms if needed, feed lightly with compost, and pair with ferns for a lush understory.
Actaea racemosa ‘Atropurpurea’ Zilverkaars adds drama and elegance to the border with its dark, graceful foliage and tall flowering stems.
The deep tones create contrast in planting combinations and attract attention as eye-catching leaves and autumn bloomers.
Also loved by insect enthusiasts: a real asset for butterflies and bees.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 5 a 7 |
| Standing | Shade, Part shade |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Cut flower., Prairie, Fragrant., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | White |
| Leaf color | Purple, Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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