Sarah Wilkins
28 August 2022
Welcome to the complete guide to growing Black Cohosh in Perth. In this guide, we will cover everything you will need to know to grow Black Cohosh in your backyard for you to enjoy.
Growing herbs at home is one of the most satisfying things to do. The best part is that it’s extremely easy as well. As beneficial as herbs are for all of us, what is many times overlooked is the joy that herb gardening can bring.
Best time to grow Black Cohosh in Perth
The best time to grow this yummy herb in Perth, is between Mar-May.
If you are considering growing it elsewhere, you better check local weather and seasonal conditions.
Will Black Cohosh grow in a pot?
Yes, it will grow fine in a good pot with quality soil.
How much sun is best?
Black Cohosh thrives when it is positioned in a spot that gets Part shade.
If you find that the leaves start to brown, try moving it in shade, or via versa. Each area can have its own peculiar conditions.
Best soil to grow Black Cohosh
If you are growing Black Cohosh in Perth, you’ll find that it prefers a well drained and will be very happy with it.
You can find potting mix that will do that just fine, or add some to your garden bed before planting.
How often should I water?
Black Cohosh needs Regular watering. There are self watering pots available if you plan to grow it in a pot, or you can just get in a regular habit of checking the soil each day or two.
When can I harvest Black Cohosh?
You can harvest Black Cohosh at its prime, which is around 3-4 months.
What to propagate
You can plant Black Cohosh from Seeds, and place each plant around 10-20 centimetres apart.
Frequency in growing Black Cohosh
Black Cohosh is a Perennial herb.
Did you know?
Here are two interesting herb facts that you may not be aware of.
Fact 1: Herbs have been used forever. They have been important to all cultures since long before we recorded history.
Fact 2: You can distinguish between spices and herbs by what section of the plant they come from. Herbs come from the green leafy parts of plants.
These make growing Black Cohosh in your own Perth yard even more special, in my opinion.
Enjoy growing Black Cohosh in Perth
I hope you enjoy growing Black Cohosh in your backyard for you to enjoy.
It really is a wonderful herb to grow here in Western Australia, and you will also enjoy that it saves you money from buying dried versions or fresh (expensive) cuttings from the shops.
I hope you found my guide useful, enjoy growing your own!
