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Misty Blue Bugbane
Actaea pachypoda 'Misty Blue'
Pronunciation: si-mih-sif-YOO-ga pak-ee-POH-dah (ak-TEE-uh pak-ee-POH-dah)
SKU #43687
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 5 ft. tall, 2 to 4 ft. wide.
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| Description | An attractive clump of lush blue-green compound foliage on upright stems, topped by showy white blooms in the spring, followed by showy clusters of white ornamental berries in midsummer to early fall. Works well in a shaded border of a cottage garden, or in the understory of a woodland garden. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring, followed by berries in late summer. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Hosta (Hosta); Painted Fern (Athyrium); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); |
| 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. |
Details
| Description | An attractive clump of lush blue-green compound foliage on upright stems, topped by showy white blooms in the spring, followed by showy clusters of white ornamental berries in midsummer to early fall. Works well in a shaded border of a cottage garden, or in the understory of a woodland garden. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring, followed by berries in late summer. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Hosta (Hosta); Painted Fern (Athyrium); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); |
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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Frequently asked questions
Does Misty Blue Bugbane produce flowers?
Spring, followed by berries in late summer.
Is Misty Blue Bugbane evergreen or deciduous?
Misty Blue Bugbane is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Misty Blue Bugbane?
Misty Blue Bugbane is Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Misty Blue Bugbane grow?
Misty Blue Bugbane has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Misty Blue Bugbane in my landscape?
Misty Blue Bugbane is suitable for: Border, Container, Accent.
What color are Misty Blue Bugbane flowers?
Misty Blue Bugbane produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Misty Blue Bugbane?
Misty Blue Bugbane has Blue-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Misty Blue Bugbane?
Good companion plants for Misty Blue Bugbane include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra); Hosta (Hosta); Painted Fern (Athyrium); Lungwort (Pulmonaria);.
How do I care for Misty Blue Bugbane?
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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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.