Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Care information
Check out Mary's Comprehensive Planting Guide for detailed planting info.
Storing seeds prior to use: seeds should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight for optimal germination.
Black Cohosh
NEW ARRIVAL for 2025
Cimicifuga racemosa
Perennial, native to the Eastern Forest biome in the US. Hardy to all temperate zones.
Also called: Black Snakeroot, Bugbane, Common Black Cohosh and Dairy Candles.
One of the best and most robust of herbal landscape plants. Striking foliage and tall white racemes.
Plant prefers edge of forest or shade garden. Black Cohosh withstands more shade than most forest-dependent plants, and if the seedlings are worked up for several years until they are quite large, then you can even plant it in the open garden with good results.
Sow in fall for germination in first or second spring, or give 3 months warm followed by 3 months cold followed by warm again.
Traditional usage (WHM): antidepressant, tinnitus, menopause, PMS.
Contains 30 seeds
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