(Cimicifuga ramosa)
A stunning ornamental perennial with its dramatic, deep purple-black foliage and tall, elegant spires of fragrant white flowers. Blooming in early fall, the bottlebrush-shaped blooms arch gracefully above the dark foliage, creating a striking contrast and adding late-season interest to shady garden beds.
Reaching 4 to 6 feet in height, this cultivar thrives in partial to full shade and prefers rich, consistently moist, well-drained soil. The dark, lacy leaves provide texture and depth even when the plant is not in bloom. ‘Hillside Black Beauty’ is ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or mixed perennial beds, where it adds both architectural height and moody elegance. Deer-resistant and attractive to pollinators.
