Actaea simplex [variegated]
Also Known As
- Actaea simplex 'Variegata'
- Cimicifuga simplex
- Cimicifuga simplex variegata
- Autumn Snakeroot
- Black Cohosh
- Bugbane
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 36"-48"
- W: 24"-36"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Actaea simplex [variegated] plant details
Actaea simplex [variegated] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white 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 [variegated]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: ranunculaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: bottlebrush flowers
GROWING CONDITIONS for Actaea simplex [variegated]
- 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
Gardening facts about Actaea simplex [variegated] plant
How to Grow Actaea simplex [variegated]
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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aka Actaea simplex 'Brunette', Cimicifuga simplex 'Brunette', Brunette Bugbane, Brunette Snakeroot
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 1'-3'
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Actaea racemosa 'Hillside Black Beauty', Actaea simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty', Cimicifuga simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty', Black Bugbane, Hillside Black Beauty Bugbane
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-7'
Width: 3'-4'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Actaea alba, Actaea rubra (white fruit form)
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Cimicifuga racemosa, Black Cohosh
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 2'-4'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Actaea simplex 'Black Negligee', Cimicifuga simplex 'Black Negligee', Black Negligee Bugbane, Black Negligee Snakeroot
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 1'-5'
Width: 1'-2'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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