A clump-forming perennial with green leaves Spherical racemes of white flowers followed by black berries on green stalks. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers April to July. Fruits July to August. Shaded site. Hardy. Harmful if eaten/skin irritant. Water thoroughly before planting.
Actaea spicata
A clump-forming perennial with green leaves Spherical racemes of white flowers followed by black berries on green stalks.
Additional information
| Generic | Actaea |
|---|---|
| Species | spicata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, July |
| Colour Fruit | black |
| Fruits When | July, August |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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