Baneberry

Botanical Name

Actaea pachypoda

Hardiness

Zones 3 to 7

Height

18 to 30 inches

Width

2 to 3 feet

Flowers

Mid to late spring: white

Light

Part to full shade

Soil

Moist, organic, well-drained

Planting & Care

Excellent plant for the woodland garden
Prefers soil that is moist, but not soggy
Divide in late fall or early spring
Berries are extremely poisonous if eaten, avoid planting in areas with young children

Problems

None serious

Upcoming Appearances

July 13
Pasquesi Home & Gardens
Lake Bluff, IL

July 14
Sanger House Gardens
Milwaukee, WI

July 20
Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI

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