American bugbane

How to Grow and Care for American bugbane

American bugbane · Actaea podocarpa
Also known as: summer cohosh

Grow in cool, moist, moderately fertile soil, enriched with organic matter. Water thoroughly in dry weather.

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing American bugbane

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeClay · Loam
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Poorly drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in cool, moist, moderately fertile soil, enriched with organic matter. Water thoroughly in dry weather.

How to Water American bugbane?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for American bugbane?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for American bugbane?

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What Soil Is Best for American bugbane?

Soil type
Clay · Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for American bugbane?

Moist but well drained · Poorly drained

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How to Fertilize American bugbane?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune American bugbane?

Cut back after flowering or fruiting

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How to Propagate American bugbane?

Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or by division in early spring

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How to Transplant American bugbane?

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How to Care for American bugbane in Winter?

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How to Plant American bugbane?

Grow in cool, moist, moderately fertile soil, enriched with organic matter. Water thoroughly in dry weather.

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How to Repot American bugbane?

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How to Harvest American bugbane?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of American bugbane

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

More General Info About American bugbane

Attributes of American bugbane

Plant typeBogs · Herbaceous Perennial
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
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Scientific Classification

Species
Actaea podocarpa
Genus
Actaea
Family
Ranunculaceae
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