Black Cohosh

Actaea racemosa

$14.99

4 in stock - Inventory reflects the current availability and may change due to in-store purchases

Outdoor Plant Size

For the shaded garden, few perennials bring the quiet drama of Black Cohosh. Tall, slender wands of fragrant, creamy-white flowers rise like candles above a mound of deeply cut, dark green leaves through summer, illuminating dim corners and woodland edges. Reaching three to five feet, it makes a graceful vertical exclamation point at the back of a border or naturalized beneath a canopy of trees. A woodland native of eastern North America, it feels right at home in our Midwestern shade and mingles beautifully with hostas, ferns, and astilbe. Give it steady, moderate moisture in part to full shade and it settles in with very little fuss — and as a bonus, browsing deer and rabbits show no interest. It’s a memorable way to layer height, fragrance, and a touch of the wild into shady spaces.

Mature Height: 3' - 5'

Mature Spread: 18 - 24"

Sunlight Exposure: Partial, Shade

Water Needs: Moderate

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and confident in your gardening experience. Plants in healthy condition may be returned within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. Non-plant items may also be returned within 14 days if unused and in original packaging. A receipt is required.

Please Note: Images on our website or tags may show plants at full maturity or in bloom. Actual plants may vary in size, maturity, and seasonal appearance at time of purchase.

At Chalet, we take pride in providing high-quality, healthy plants that are ready to thrive in your landscape. That’s why we offer a One-Year Guarantee on all eligible trees and shrubs.

What’s Covered
If Chalet planted the tree or shrub: You’ll receive a 100% replacement at no cost, including free replanting, with a plant of equal value, valid for one-time use.
If you planted it yourself: You’ll receive a 50% replacement credit toward a new plant, valid for one-time use.

What’s Not Covered
Annuals, perennials, houseplants, tropicals, and seasonal patio plants
Plants installed in containers and not planted directly in the ground
Clearance items or special-order plants
Damage due to weather, animals, neglect, improper planting, or site conditions
Replacement plants - warranty covers original purchases only

Plant Profile

Black Cohosh

Sunlight Exposure

Partial, Shade

Water Needs

Moderate

Landscape Use

Accent

Growth Rate

Moderate

Growth Shape

Clumping

Flowering Season

Summer

Foliage Color

Green

Pest + Disease Resistance

Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Insect Resistant, Disease Resistant

Pollinator + Wildlife Support

Native (Great Lakes Region)

Season of Interest

Summer

Fall Color

Copper-Brown-Bronze

Garden Performance & Beauty

None

Environmental Tolerances

Cold Tolerant, Juglone (Black Walnut) Tolerant

Winter Foliage

Deciduous

Chalet Quality Guaranteed

Each plant is carefully selected by our horticultural experts to ensure top quality, health, and beauty—bringing the best of nature to your home

Local Delivery

Our local delivery service brings plants right to your doorstep, with expert care to ensure they arrive healthy and thriving.

Need Help?

You can make an appointment with our plant specialist for your next visit to our store, or email us.