 If you have a dog and a garden expect a few accidents - not all plants will survive a dog and it's toy. If you can not handle the loss - do not put them together.
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Cimicifuga (Bugbane, Black snakeroot)
Magnificent clump forming perennial with purplish-black foliage complemented by "bottlebrush" clusters of fragrant pinkish-white flowers in mid-summer. Foliage has an odor which repels many insects ( I do not notice an odor thankfully. Does best in rich, moisture retentive soil. Requires little attention.
2004: Wonderful color. No bloom 2003 or 2004. Plant was approx 18-24" x 12" on 2004. Transplanted, did well with the move - then the dog and ball got the best of the specimen. I need to replace this one - I really liked the color and foliage, and Yes - I really like the dog too!
CULTIVATION: Grows in moist, fertile, preferably humus rich soil in partial shade.
PROPAGATION: Sow seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe, to germinate the following spring. Divide in spring.
PESTS AND DISEASES: Can be affected by rust and leaf-feeding insects such as tarnished plant bug. No pests or disease problems seen so far.
C. racemosa 'Hillside Black Beauty'
| Zone: 3 - 8 - H 12 - 1 |
Shade/Part Shade. |
| Height: 4 -7 feet |
Width: 2 - 3 feet |
| Bloom Time: Fall |
Bloom Color: Pinkish-white
Deep purple-black foliage. |
| Location: Creek bed |
Planted: Summer 2003 |
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