Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane (Actaea simplex 'Brunette') Unavailable

Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane

Actaea simplex 'Brunette'

Cimicifuga Bugbane

Currently unavailable

Late-season blooming perennial, generally planted in rich, moist, woodland situations. 'Brunette' is an exceptionally beautiful selection, valued for its large Astilbe-like leaves of purple- black. Arching wands or bottlebrush spikes of fragrant pale-pink flowers rise above the clump in early fall. Great for cutting.

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Plant facts

Mature height36"+
Mature spread24"
Growth rateModerate
SunFull to Part Shade (<2 up to 6 hours Sun)
WaterModerate
USDA hardiness zone3
Flower colorPink shades
Foliage colorRed tones

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Quick answers

How big does Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane get?

About 36"+ tall and 24" wide at maturity.

How much sun does Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane need?

Full to Part Shade (<2 up to 6 hours Sun).

How much water does Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane need?

Moderate water use.

Will Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?

It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.

Where can I buy Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane in Utah?

Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.

Can landscape contractors buy Brunette Cimicifuga Bugbane wholesale?

Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.

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