Bugbane "pink Spike'
Actaea simplex 'Pink Spike'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 36 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown just below soil surface |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 5-10 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade - Full Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average to High |
| Soil type | Organically rich, moisture-retentive |
| Soil pH | 5.5-7.0 |
| Zones | 4-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark purple/bronze |
| Bloom | Pale pink |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division in spring |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Hosta, Ferns, Astilbe, Heuchera |
Where it came from
| Grower | Generic |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Provide consistent moisture; leaf edges will scorch if the soil dries out.
Maintenance
Cut back flower stalks after blooming to tidy the plant.
Cleanup
Cut foliage to the ground in late autumn.
Notes
Formerly classified as Cimicifuga. Valued for its dark architectural foliage and fragrant late-season blooms.