wide (60 cm), Bugbane thrives in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in part shade to full shade. Humus rich, moisture-retentive soils are preferred. Provide a sheltered location from strong winds. The flower spires tend to gracefully bend toward bright light when grown in substantial shade.
Will bugbane spread?
Habitat: Black Bugbane grows from a rhizomatous root system, preferring rich soil with partial sun to open shade in moist woods. The root system forms a good clump over time but does not aggressively spread.
Is bugbane a perennial?
Hardiness 5 - 8
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Exposure Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Summer (Late) Fall
Height 4' - 6' (120cm - 180cm)
Spread 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm)
Can bugbane grow in full sun?
Plant number: 1.153. Bugbanes prefer a moist, rich soil, away from hungry tree roots. Native to a wide area of Eastern North America. Will tolerate full sun in cool summer regions, otherwise be sure to protect from hot afternoon sun. Also performs well in tubs or mixed containers.
How do you plant bugbane seeds?
These seeds need an alternating warm-cold-warm cycle to germinate. We recommend that you sow them outdoors in pots from May through June (warm period). They'll germinate the following year, after a winter (cold period) and then spring (warm period).
How big does bugbane get?
Typically growing up to 3-4 ft. tall (90-120 cm) and 2 ft. wide (60 cm), Bugbane thrives in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in part shade to full shade. Humus rich, moisture-retentive soils are preferred.
Is black cohosh plant invasive?
non-invasive. native to North America - Native to eastern North America.