Understated and underused, Blue Cohosh is a choice shade perennial with attractive greenish-blue foliage reminiscent of a giant Rue Anemone. Its subtle pale yellow flowers that turn to vibrant blue berry-like seeds that birds love. This is an excellent and much loved woodland wildflower to add to your collection.

Conditions: Part shade to full shade; average soil
Size: 2' - 4' tall
Zone: 3 - 8
Wildlife Value: Pollen and nectar attract pollinating flies, bees, and wasps; fruits provide valuable food for birds but are toxic to humans

Photo: Samantha Nestory