The herbaceous perennial Eupatorium rugosum 'Chocolate' (boneset) bears showy and white flowers during mid-summer to mid fall. The showy matte foliage is greyish green and brown in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Eupatorium rugosum 'Chocolate' (boneset) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Accent, bog, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics
This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Eupatorium rugosum 'Chocolate' tolerates drought and wet sites, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions
When planning to use Eupatorium rugosum 'Chocolate' (boneset), it is important to note that it is poisonous or toxic to children and pets. Be advised that Eupatorium rugosum 'Chocolate' (boneset) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
