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Actaea 'Queen of Sheba' (PBR)

baneberry or cimicifuga

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A wonderfully dramatic perennial for an area of partial shade, 'Queen of Sheba' forms a handsome clump of decorative, dusky purple foliage, above which slender, lightly fragranced, white bottlebrush-like flowerspikes appear in late summer.

A rare and showy woodlander, it's useful for extending the colour and interest well into autumn - and if the faded flowerheads are left intact, they will even provide an interesting silhouette throughout the winter.

How to care for Actaea Queen of Sheba (PBR):

Wear protective gloves and other protective equipment when handling Actea.

When planting, incorporate some well-rotted organic matter with the soil and backfill around the plant. Water well until established.

Taller plants in exposed positions may need support, and congested clumps can be lifted and divided in late autumn or early spring.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Position:

Light shade

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

  • InformationThis perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
  • InformationHumans: Harmful if eaten

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