Hardy's Cottage Garden Plants
Actaea simplex (Atropurpurea Group) 'Hillside Black Beauty'
Actaea simplex (Atropurpurea Group) 'Hillside Black Beauty'
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Plants are dispatched in growing condition and may not be in full flower. If too tall to pack safely, we may cut them back — this helps them establish more quickly. Read our Mail Order FAQs.
‘Hillside Black Beauty’ could be grown for its finely cut, near-black foliage alone. As autumn approaches, tall, gently arching flower stems appear bearing highly fragrant, pale pink bottlebrush flowers — a spectacular combination.
Plant in humus-rich, moisture-retentive soil in dappled shade. Unlike green-leaved forms, it will tolerate a slightly sunnier position — morning or late afternoon sun is fine — but avoid hot, dry spots. Best in a sheltered position where the foliage colour can deepen fully.
Height × Spread: 200cm × 100cm
