{"product_id":"al-actaea-pink-spike","title":"Actaea simplex 'Pink Spike'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eActaea simplex\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’, also known by the synonyms \u003ci\u003eCimicifuga ramosa\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’, \u003ci\u003eActaea ramosa\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’ and \u003ci\u003eCimicifuga\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’, is a striking perennial valued for its dark foliage and elegant late-season flowers. Its deeply divided purple-black leaves provide colour from spring onwards, while soft pink flower spikes rise above the foliage in early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShorter than many other bugbanes, this compact variety reaches around 1.4 metres tall, making it easier to incorporate into mixed borders and woodland-style planting schemes. The lightly scented flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies, adding both beauty and wildlife value to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: Herbaceous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering period: September to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower colour: Pale pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage colour: Dark purple-black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance: Lightly scented flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight and spread: 140cm x 60cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Fully hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to grow \u003ci\u003eActaea simplex\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for partially shaded borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for woodland-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in mixed perennial planting schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates contrast among green-leaved plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers fertile, moisture-retentive soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark foliage stands out beautifully against ferns, hostas and other shade-loving perennials. Plant it where the flowers can catch the late summer light for added impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers attract bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a valuable nectar source in late summer and autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports pollinators when fewer plants are in flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps increase biodiversity in shaded garden areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLate-flowering plants like this help extend the feeding season for pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in partial shade or dappled shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose fertile, humus-rich soil that retains moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporate organic matter before planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during dry spells, especially when newly planted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a mulch each spring to conserve moisture and improve soil quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant performs best in soil that remains consistently moist but drains freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose \u003ci\u003eActaea simplex\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark foliage provides season-long interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft pink flower spikes appear late in the year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact compared to many other bugbane varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly scented blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for shaded and woodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant perennial delivers foliage colour, wildlife value and graceful flowers when many summer plants have finished blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther names:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eCimicifuga ramosa\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’, \u003ci\u003eActaea ramosa\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’, \u003ci\u003eCimicifuga\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Pink Spike’, bugbane ‘Pink Spike’, baneberry ‘Pink Spike’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully grown size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height 140cm, spread 60cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, humus-rich, moisture-retentive soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woodland gardens, shaded borders and mixed perennial beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark foliage, scented flowers, pollinator friendly, late-season interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woodland gardens, cottage gardens, wildlife-friendly borders and shaded planting schemes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy in the UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allensmore","offers":[{"title":"3 Litre","offer_id":55537332617603,"sku":"AL-46337","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Image_coming_soon_286114a3-e8f5-4a3b-8bd1-038d2c09eccb.webp?v=1767358606","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/al-actaea-pink-spike","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}