Cimicifuga racemosa

Snake Root, Cohosh

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

A stately plant. Fragrant, white flowers over dark green foliage illuminate the shade garden.

Height

72-96 Inches

Spread

36-48 Inches

Color

White

Interesting Notes

A native to Illinois.

Bloom Time

July-August

When to Divide

spring, but only if necessary

Good Companions

Lungwort (Pulmonaria longifolia), Ragwort, Senecio (Ligularia stenocephala), Leatherwood Fern (Dryopteris marginalis), Masterwort (Astrantia major)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attracts Wildlife

•	Butterflies

Attributes & Uses

•	Fragrant
•	Cut Flowers

Critter Resistance

•	Deer Resistant

Exposure

•	Shade
•	Partial Shade

Foliage Color

•	Dark Green

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•

Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage)

•	Fall
•	Summer
•	Winter

Soil Moisture Preference

•	Rich
•	Moist