Actaea racemosa ‘Chocoholic’ PP24,821
Height: 3-4'
Spread: 3'-3'
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
Dark, bronzy purple, nearly black, foliage has a lacy texture that looks amazing set against lime green hostas or astilbe. Fragrant bottlebrush flowers start blooming in late summer and their rich pink color ages to a pleasing white. The height of this perennial is a real bonus in the shaded garden where it reaches higher than most hostas or astilbes, creating an airy backdrop for the wooded garden.
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Best growth occurs in a moist, shady location with rich, acidic soil. Excellent naturalized plant - requires little maintenance. May require staking. Divisions may be made in the spring.
Introduced by Marco van Noort in Warmond, The Netherlands. Photo Credit: Walters Gardens, Inc. Certified in 2020.
Formerly known as Cimisifuga
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