{"product_id":"actaea-simplex-atropurpurea","title":"Actaea simplex 'Atropurpurea' - Bugbane","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous perennial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bugbane, Black Cohosh\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Actaea simplex 'Atropurpurea'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy white, in dense, slender spikes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark purple to black, highly ornamental\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.00–1.50 m (3.3–4.9 ft)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.60–0.90 m (2.0–3.0 ft)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, elegant, forming structured clumps\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e September to November\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, prefers moist soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in organic matter, well-drained, slightly acidic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 3 to 8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, prefers humidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator-friendly plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, especially bees\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e                                                                                                                                                                                          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✂️ Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in partial to full shade in rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, especially during the growing season. Enrich the soil with compost or organic matter when planting and in the fall. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming and cut stems back to the ground in late winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardy and elegant perennial thrives in shady gardens and woodlands. Its floral spikes offer spectacular late-season blooms, ideal for perennial borders, woodland edges, and naturalistic gardens. Very little maintenance required once established.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2g","offer_id":48675353198896,"sku":"","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/OIP_37e4af0b-fc29-4385-99aa-fb9036e497ca.jpg?v=1717806615","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/actaea-simplex-atropurpurea","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}