The harvesting season for Actaea rubra typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
Red Baneberry
Actaea rubra
Also Known As - SnakeberryRed Baneberry (Actaea rubra) is a flowering species native to North America and is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. It features bright red berries and short white flowers with a showy, feathery look. It typically grows in moist areas in woods and thickets, blooming in midsummer. The leaves are notable for their three-lobed shape. The stems are topped with clumps of red berries, providing an attractive ornamental plant display in any garden. Red Baneberry is an important source of food for wildlife, especially songbirds, and its berries have a taste similar to that of a sweet apple.
Watering:
Minimal
Propagation:
Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
White/Cream Flowers
Sun:
Partial Shade, Shade, Deciduous Shade (Spring Sun)
Soil:
Clay, Humus Enriched
Fruits:
red Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Poisonous To Humans:
Yes
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Red Baneberry prefers moist, humus-rich soil that drains well. It should be watered thoroughly once every 3 to 4 weeks throughout its season of growth. However, it is not necessary to water the plant if there has been sufficient rainfall in the area. When watering the plant, be sure to give it enough to moisten the entire root ball plus a few inches of surrounding soil. Be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
sunlight
Red Baneberry (Actaea rubra) is a plant species that prefers partial sun to light shade and rich moist soils. It can tolerate more shade in woodlands, and while it will tolerate full sun, the soil should be maintained as moist and rich. Direct, full sunlight should be avoided, as this may burn the delicate foliage of the plant. A good rule of thumb for Red Baneberry is to provide 4-6 hours of sun per day; in the morning, early afternoon, or late afternoon, but not at the hottest part of the day.
pruning
Red Baneberry should be pruned in late winter or very early spring. Pruning should be kept light and should avoid removing more than 25% of the plant. Remove dead branches, diseased branches, and any weak or crossed branches first. Then trim any shoots growing outside of the canopy to encourage vertical growth and create space for other branches to grow. Prune away any weak or thin shoots, too, as well as any dead berries to improve air circulation.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Red Baneberry typically starts flowering in May.
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Actaea rubra typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
