The herbaceous perennial Actaea simplex (bugbane) bears showy and pale mauve blossoms during late summer to mid autumn. The showy matte foliage is greyish green in colour and fine in texture.
Typical Uses
Border and foundation.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Actaea simplex .
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Actaea simplex (bugbane) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Actaea simplex (bugbane) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
