Actaea simplex ‘Pink Spike’ is a stunning herbaceous perennial that brings height, fragrance, and bold colour to shaded or woodland gardens. Its combination of fragrant, late-season blooms and dramatic foliage makes it a must-have for creating standout displays.

Actaea simplex ‘Pink Spike’ is the perfect choice for gardeners seeking to add late-season colour, height, and fragrance to their outdoor spaces. Its bold foliage and captivating flower spikes ensure it stands out, while its easy-care nature makes it ideal for both beginners and experienced gardeners. Add this elegant perennial to your borders and enjoy its timeless charm year after year.

Thrives in damp soil

Actaea simplex Pink Spike' 2L

Our plants can be planted all year round providing the ground isn't frozen or waterlogged at time of planting, for more infoclick here

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Product Information

  • Beautiful Blooms: From late summer to autumn, slender spires of blush-pink flowers appear, filling the garden with a sweet, heady fragrance that attracts bees and pollinators.
  • Dramatic Foliage: Deep purple-bronze, finely divided leaves add rich texture and contrast, making this plant a striking feature even before it flowers.
  • Seasonal Impact: Offers long-lasting interest with vibrant flowers and bold foliage that enhance late-season planting schemes.
  • Easy to Grow: Low-maintenance and reliable, perfect for creating structure and elegance in shaded or semi-shaded areas.
  • Soil: Thrives in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil with good drainage. Avoid dry or waterlogged conditions.
  • Position: Best in partial to full shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens, borders, or shady corners.
  • Height and Spread: Reaches 1.2–1.5m in height and spreads up to 60cm, adding graceful vertical accents to borders and planting schemes.

Delivery Options

Delivery information for UK Mainland Deliveries: 


Our price for Standard Delivery is £5.99. This price is the same regardless of how many items you purchase! If you spend £150.00 or above, Standard Delivery is free. Standard Delivery takes 2-6 Working Days.  


Next Working Delivery is £9.99. Please place your order by 2pm Monday – Thursday. Please note deliveries are carried out by a third party courier; therefore, we cannot guarantee our Next Day Delivery Service. During very busy periods, Next Working Day delivery may be temporarily unavailable. 


Postcode and delivery exclusions apply. 

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This plant is a herbaceous perennial. Herbaceous perennials die back below ground level each autumn, then fresh new growth will appear in the spring. 


Images are used for illustrative purposes only. Due to the maturity of the plant and the time of the year, plants may not arrive looking like our images.  

150cm x 100cm
Partial Shade
Fully hardy

Frequently Asked Questions

If you order by 2:00pm Monday - Thursday (Excluding Bank Holidays) and select 'Next Working Day Delivery' we aim to deliver your order on the Next Working Day.

If you select Standard Delivery you will receive your order in 2-5 Working Days from the day your order was placed.

95% of the plants we have in stock on our website can be planted 365 days a year providing the ground is not frozen or waterlogged at time of planting.

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We do now allow collections under any circumstances, however with our Next Working Day Delivery you can receive your order the very next day* !