Overview
Actaea rubra var. neglecta is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Actaea, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Actaea rubra var. neglecta grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include woodland gardens, shaded borders and mixed borders.
About
Actaea rubra var. neglecta is a clump-forming cultivar within the genus Actaea, part of the Ranunculaceae family. It is a deciduous plant suited to partial shade and thrives in sheltered locations with moist but well-drained, acidic loam soil. This cultivar is hardy in the UK (H7) and is ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and mixed borders. It prefers east, north, or west-facing aspects and can be propagated by seed or division.
About the genus
Actaea, commonly called baneberry, bugbane and cohosh, is a genus of flowering plants of the family Ranunculaceae, native to subtropical, temperate and subarctic regions of Europe, Asia and North America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Actaea
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Actaea rubra var. neglecta size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Woodland gardens, shaded borders, mixed borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Actaea rubra var. neglecta
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Actaea rubra var. neglecta?
Actaea rubra var. neglecta prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Actaea rubra var. neglecta need?
Actaea rubra var. neglecta grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Actaea rubra var. neglecta hardy in the UK?
Actaea rubra var. neglecta has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Actaea rubra var. neglecta?
Seed, division.
More in the Actaea genus
- Actaea 'Brunette'
- Actaea 'White Pearl'
- Actaea cordifolia
- Actaea simplex 'Pink Spike'baneberry 'Pink Spike'
- Actaea cimicifugafoetid bugbane