A perennial with pleated basal leaves. Large spikes of reddish brown to almost black flowers from mid to late summer. Max Height 60cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to August. Partial shade. Hardy. CAUTION toxic if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Veratrum nigrum
A perennial with pleated basal leaves. Large spikes of reddish brown to almost black flowers from mid to late summer.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Veratrum |
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Species | nigrum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red-brown |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 60cm, 1.2m |
Family | Liliaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | July, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | Shelter from cold drying winds |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Woodland |
Toxicity | CAUTION toxic if eaten |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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