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Brunette Snakeroot

Actaea simplex 'Brunette'

SKU #47619
4-9

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LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide.
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Description The purple-black foliage of this large perennial makes a striking addition to a shady garden. Long, slender, white, fragrant flower spikes tower above the foliage in late summer and fall. A standout in the shaded border, woodland, or cottage garden, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Late summer into fall
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Butterflies, Dramatic Foliage Color, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Moderate
Landscape Use Border
Design Ideas The height, color, and texture of this plant makes it a perfect backdrop for hosta or brunnera in shady gardens.
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Purple
Care Instructions Provide organically rich, moisture retentive soil, situated in a sheltered location away from harsh sun exposure or drying winds. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, but not soggy. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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DescriptionThe purple-black foliage of this large perennial makes a striking addition to a shady garden. Long, slender, white, fragrant flower spikes tower above the foliage in late summer and fall. A standout in the shaded border, woodland, or cottage garden, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeLate summer into fall
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Dramatic Foliage Color, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Style
Landscape UseBorder
Design IdeasThe height, color, and texture of this plant makes it a perfect backdrop for hosta or brunnera in shady gardens.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorPurple
Care
Care InstructionsProvide organically rich, moisture retentive soil, situated in a sheltered location away from harsh sun exposure or drying winds. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, but not soggy. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.