Blue Cohosh

Overview

Blue Cohosh, Caulophyllum thalictroides, is a shade-loving perennial native to woodland areas. It features delicate, lacy blue-green foliage reaching up to 3 feet tall, with small, nodding, yellow-green to brown flowers in early spring. The plant boasts blueberry-like seeds in late summer, adding interest. It requires rich, moist soil and prefers a spot with dappled sunlight to full shade. Hardiness zones 3-8.