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Black Negligee Snakeroot
Actaea simplex 'Black Negligee'
Pronunciation: ak-TEE-uh SIM-plecks
SKU #03951
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Foliage reaches 2 ft. tall and wide; flower spikes reach 5 to 6 ft. tall.
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| Description | Deeply cut, serrated foliage emerges emerald green, then matures to a brilliant dark purple. Long, slender, pink-tinted, creamy white, fragrant flower spikes tower above the foliage in the fall. A standout in the shaded border, woodland or cottage garden. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| 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. |
| Lore | Dry seed capsules contain toxic berries. |
Details
| Description | Deeply cut, serrated foliage emerges emerald green, then matures to a brilliant dark purple. Long, slender, pink-tinted, creamy white, fragrant flower spikes tower above the foliage in the fall. A standout in the shaded border, woodland or cottage garden. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
Care
| 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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History
| Lore | Dry seed capsules contain toxic berries. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Black Negligee Snakeroot produce flowers?
Fall
Is Black Negligee Snakeroot evergreen or deciduous?
Black Negligee Snakeroot is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Black Negligee Snakeroot?
Black Negligee Snakeroot is Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Black Negligee Snakeroot grow?
Black Negligee Snakeroot has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Black Negligee Snakeroot?
Black Negligee Snakeroot grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Black Negligee Snakeroot in my landscape?
Black Negligee Snakeroot is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Black Negligee Snakeroot flowers?
Black Negligee Snakeroot produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Black Negligee Snakeroot?
Black Negligee Snakeroot has Purple foliage.
What plants grow well with Black Negligee Snakeroot?
Good companion plants for Black Negligee Snakeroot include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Columbine (Aquilegia); Hosta (Hosta); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Black Negligee Snakeroot?
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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