Actaea rubra
red baneberry
- Perennial
- Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
- 50-60 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Decorative fruits
With striking red berries in autumn.
Garden use
Ornamental value and special features
Characteristics
| Height | 50 - 60 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - July |
| Flower colour | White |
| Growth habit | Wide, Ascending |
| Hardiness | down to about -30°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade, Filtered, Shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Moist |
| Soil fertility | High |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Actaea rubra |
|---|---|
| Genus | Actaea |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Common names |
NL: rode gifbes EN: red baneberry FR: Actée à grappes DE: Silberkerze |
| Awards | Award of Garden Merit (AGM) |
