Bugbane typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
bugbane
Actaea dahurica
Bugbane (Actaea dahurica) is an amazing plant species! Its bright green foliage and white flowers are lovely sights in any garden and it's a robust perennial, tolerating dry conditions and some shade. Its fragrant white flower spikes provide a spectacular bloom in late summer while its unique foliage can be used to create lush meadows, winding pathways, and delicate flower beds. Plus, had enough of pesky bugs? Bugbane also deters them due to its minty smell. If you’re looking for a stunning specimen that requires minimal maintenance, Bugbane is the right choice!
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Cream white Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part sun/part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water bugbane plants only once a week, and use only about 1 inch of water. Make sure the soil has good drainage; waterlogged soil can cause the plant’s roots to rot. During hot summer months, longer droughts can be tolerated, whereas during the cooler months bugbane should be watered more often. Discontinue watering in the fall, and resume when the threat of frost has passed.
sunlight
Bugbane (Actaea dahurica) requires full sunlight for about 6 hours a day. During the warmer months, when the days are longer, they can tolerate up to 8 hours of direct sunlight, while during the winter months they need only 4 hours of direct sunlight. The sun should be strong and direct, and it should never be too hot for the bugbane, so make sure to provide shade during the hottest times of the day.
pruning
Bugbane (Actaea dahurica) has low pruning requirements and should generally only be pruned in the late spring or early summer months. This pruning should consist of removing dead, damaged, or diseased branches as well as those that are too large or overgrowing the desired shape. Pruning should be minimal to avoid stunting growth, as this species grows slowly. When pruning, make sure to use sharp, sterile tools and wear protective clothing. Additionally, it is beneficial to prune after flowering, as this will encourage new growth and maintain the desired shape of the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
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Dec
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Feb
Mar
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Bugbane typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
