Chocoholic Snakeroot

Name: Chocoholic Snakeroot
Brand: Monrovia
SKU: 44303

Actaea hybrid 'Chocoholic' PP #24,821

Pronunciation: ak-TEE-uh

SKU #44303

USDA Zone

4-8

Your climate might be too cold for this plant:

OVERVIEW
Description	The burgundy-purple foliage of this large perennial makes a striking addition to a shady garden. Long, slender, pink, fragrant flower spikes tower above the foliage in the fall as the flowers fade to white. A standout in the shaded border, woodland, or cottage garden. An herbaceous perennial.
Light	Full shade, Partial shade
Watering	Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
Blooms	Late Summer to Early Fall
Mature Size	Foliage reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide; flower spikes reach 4 to 5 ft. tall.

DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen	Herbaceous
Special Features	Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care
Growth Rate	Moderate
Flower Attributes	Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Patent Act	Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.

STYLE
Landscape Use	Border, Container
Flower Color	Pink
Foliage Color	Purple
Companion Plants	Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra)

CARE
Care	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.

This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8