Actaea Pink Spike Bare Root

Perennial Autumn Planting

£14.98

size guide

The height of all of our plants is measured from the base of the pot.

Pot Size Pot Diameter Pot Height
6cm 6cm 5.5cm
9cm 9cm 8.5cm
1 Litre 13cm 11cm
2 Litre 17cm 13cm
3 Litre 19cm 15cm
4 Litre 20cm 17cm
5 Litre 23cm 19cm
7 Litre 25cm 20cm

Please note: the pot sizes listed below may vary due to the suppliers we use.

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  • Actaea ‘Pink Spike’ is a striking perennial that produces beautiful pink flower spikes, adding elegance and vertical interest to shaded areas of the garden. Its soft colouring and upright form make it a standout choice for woodland-style planting schemes and mixed borders.

  • This variety is shade loving and thrives in semi-shaded positions, making it ideal for gardens where sunlight is limited. For best results, plant bare root Actaea in autumn, allowing the roots to establish fully and support strong growth and flowering the following summer.

  • Actaea ‘Pink Spike’ prefers well-drained, organically rich soil and benefits from moderate watering during dry periods. Occasional pruning helps maintain plant health and encourages tidy growth. Supplied as a bare root plant, it is easy to establish and a rewarding addition to shaded garden spaces.

    • Light Required Partial to full shade.

    Watering Keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season. Once established, water when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid overwatering.

    Plant genus Actaea

    Plant type Perennials

    Foliage type Herbaceous

    Hardiness Hardy

    Soil acidity Any Soil

    Planting aspect North Facing

    Flower colour Pink

    Leaf colour Green

    Growth Rate Moderate

    Planting Companion Ferns, Hellebores, Pulmonaria

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    Top tip

    Plant in autumn for strong growth and beautiful summer blooms.

    Key Features

    Beginner Friendly

    Beginner Friendly

    Comes Back Each Year

    Comes Back Each Year

    Good For Containers

    Good For Containers

    Low Maintenance

    Low Maintenance

    Shade Tolerant

    Shade Tolerant

    Season of Interest

    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Planting Flowering Harvest