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Plant details
This is a clump-forming perennial with white feathery flowers from mid spring to early summer. These are followed by poisonous, attractive, red, slender-stalked berries. This plant enjoys woodland conditions, preferring moist, peaty soil and partil shade. Propagate by division in spring. The berries of this plant are highly toxic when ingested. The Royal Horticultural Society has given this plant its prestigious award of Garden Merit.
Family: Ranunculaceae
Genus: Actaea
Species: rubra
Plant type: Hardy perennial
Flower colour: White
Foliage colour: Dark green
Feature: Flowers
Sun exposure: Partial shade
Soil: Clay/heavy, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline, Sandy
Hardiness: Hardy
Skill level: Experienced
Height: 45cm
Spread: 30cm
Time to plant seeds: September to November
Time to divide plants: March to April
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