(Bugbane, Cohosh)
Family Ranunculaceae
Originating from Russia and China

Excellent for a moist woodland border.
A vigorous new form, this outstanding hardy perennial has extremely dark purple/black, deeply cut, lace-like foliage on black stems. Fluffy, white/pink tinged, pipe cleaner-shaped flowers appear on long stems above the foliage in late summer and produce the most glorious scent.
Grow in humus rich, fertile, moist but well-drained soil in part shade.

Height and spread after 1 – 2 years 1.5m x 60cm