Eupatorium rugosum Chocolate
Eupatorium rugosum Chocolate, Snakeroot-Chocolate. Mounds of dark bronze-purple leaves with deep purple stems provide a sharp contrast to the puffy clouds of clustered, white flowers. the leaves become dark green. Forms large, bushy attractive mounds. Ideal background plant for the summer blooming garden. Caution: all parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested. Height 3-4 ft Spread 2-3 ft.
Plant in well drained soil. Full sun / Partial shade, Hardy. It is even quite tolerant of dry shade.
General Herbaceous & Perennial Planting and care
- Water the pot thoroughly and allow to drain fully.
- Dig a hole twice the size of the pot being planted and fork over the base. Adding some planting compost.
- Remove the pot gently, if well rooted cut off the pot.
- Ensure that the top of the Root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
- Replace the remaining soil and heel in, water the area thoroughly.
- Water regular until established.
- Apply some general fertiliser every spring.
