Actaea rubra (Baneberry)

Zone: 3 - 9
Natural Range: PNW
Soil: Moist, humus rich, well drained
Light: Part shade, shade
Height: 15'- 30'

Attributes: Deciduous, Clusters of small white flowers followed by bright red berries. Compound leaves.

Notes: Yes, Actaea are poisonous like all other Ranunculaceae. In the wild Actaea grows in moist woodlands.

Companion plants: Cypripedium, Sorbus, Lilium, Trillium, Thalictrum, Gaultheria, Smilacina

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