Actaea simplex 'James Compton' (Atropurpurea Group)

black bugbane, black cohosh, black snakeroot or fairy candle

Family	Ranunculaceae
Plant Type	herbaceous perennial
Zone	USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
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Description	Actaea simplex 'James Compton' (Atropurpurea Group) (black bugbane) bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during late summer to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial has greyish purple foliage that is showy. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses	Border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics	This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Actaea simplex 'James Compton' (Atropurpurea Group) is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.