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Actaea simplex 'Brunette' (Atropurpurea Group)

Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Actaea simplex 'Brunette' (Atropurpurea Group) (autumn bugbane) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early fall to late autumn. The showy matte foliage is dark green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Actaea simplex 'Brunette' (Atropurpurea Group) (autumn bugbane) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Actaea simplex 'Brunette' (Atropurpurea Group) is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.