Order Code:	CIRAP
Blooms:	Early Summer to Early Fall
Flower Color:	White
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun to Mostly Shady
Accent Color:	White
Soil Condition:	Normal, Clay, Acidic
Plant Height:	Tall
Zones:	z3,z4,z5,z6,z7,z8
Found in list(s):	Wet Tolerant    Deer Resistant

CIMICIFUGA RACEMOSA a.k.a. Actaea - Black Snakeroot - Tall - Plant 24" apart. Zone 3-8 Tall and stately, but never needs staking. Cimicifuga has large leaves (up to 16" across) of deep dark green . Stiff wiry stems with white flowers soar above foliage and can reach 6' or more. Dramatic grouped at the back of the border, or planted amongst shrubs. In large pots. CIRAP

General Information
Grown for its dramatic stature and impressive blooms. Deer resistant. Extremely hardy. Plants make take a year to really get going (similar to Baptisia).

Plant Care
Needs deep soil which is well drained. Seedheads provide winter interest, so best to cut down in spring. Division is rarely needed as once established, plants can remain undisturbed indefinately.