Actaea simplex 'Prichard's Giant' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Actaea simplex 'Prichard's Giant'
GROWING CONDITIONS for Actaea simplex 'Prichard's Giant'
USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Actaea simplex 'Prichard's Giant' formerly known as Cimicifuga, is an impressive bugbane. This clump-forming perennial can reach 5 to 8 feet tall and 3 to 5 feet wide. Serrated green leaves form the base with slender, long dark vertical stems swaying in the air with bottlebrush racemes up to one foot long covered in scented, white flowers in early autumn. Flexible for light conditions but does require moist but well drained soil. Works well at the back of the shady garden for vertical appeal and intense fragrance. Attracts bees.
aka Actaea racemosa 'Hillside Black Beauty', Actaea simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty', Cimicifuga simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty', Black Bugbane, Hillside Black Beauty Bugbane