Actaea (syn. Cimicifuga) is a slightly unusual plant, bearing tall, elegant, upright spires of white flowers late in the season, long after summer-flowering plants have bloomed. Actaea 'Brunette' is a particularly lovely variety, with purple-tinted foliage and stately white, bottlebrush flowers appearing in September and October.
Grow Actaea 'Brunette' in moist soil in partial shade, ideally in a sheltered spot to protect the delicate flowers. Support stems with a twiggy network of pea sticks.
Actaea ‘Brunette’ is known for attracting bees, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers and has seeds for birds.
