Black Cohosh Bare Roots (Actaea racemosa) - Set of 10 | Native Woodland Perennial

About This Plant

Actaea racemosa, commonly known as Black Cohosh, is a native herbaceous woodland perennial. It features upright, clump-forming growth with large compound green leaves and tall flower spikes that bear creamy white flowers in summer. Ideal for shade gardens and native plantings in woodland-style landscapes.

What You Will Receive

10 live Black Cohosh bare roots ready for transplanting. Each root is freshly dug and packaged with damp moss to maintain moisture during transit. Roots may vary in size and shape since they are naturally harvested.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Black Cohosh
• Botanical Name: Actaea racemosa
• Plant Type: Herbaceous native perennial
• Growth Stage: Live bare roots for transplanting
• Sun Requirements: Partial shade to shade
• Soil: Rich, organic, moisture-retentive, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
• Mature Height: Approximately 4–7 feet when flowering
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming woodland perennial
• Foliage: Large compound green leaves
• Flower Color: Creamy white to white
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Garden Use: Woodland gardens, shade gardens, native plantings, naturalized areas
• Dormancy: Naturally dies back during colder seasons and regrows from the roots
• USDA Zones: Approximately 3–8
• Container Friendly: Possible in a large container, but best suited to woodland-style garden beds

Care Tips

Plant promptly after arrival. Choose a partially shaded location with rich, organic soil that remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Cover the roots with soil, water thoroughly after planting, maintain even moisture during establishment, and apply organic mulch to help conserve moisture and recreate woodland-like conditions.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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