Blue Cohosh
Caulophyllum thalictroides
Overview
Blue Cohosh is an attractive deciduous plant native to North America. Growing 0.5-1m tall, it has smooth, muted blue stems with delicate foliage. In spring, dark blue berries are formed which provide excellent winter foraging for wildlife. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. When given enough moisture and TLC, it produces white, star-shaped flowers each spring. Blue Cohosh is an eye-catching addition to any woodland or naturalized garden and an effective ground cover.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimal
Light
Partial Shade, Shade.
Soil
Humus Enriched
Pruning
Best pruned in May, June, July.
Propagation
Division, Root Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Bees.
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