American Spikenard (Aralia racemosa)

Light:

Part sun or shade

Flowering:

Chartreuse summer flowers. Green berries turn deep purple in late summer.

Soil:

Average to moist

Height:

48 inches

Color:

Chartreuse

Hardiness:

Very hardy zone 2 native

Uses:

Native woodlands and large shade gardens

Care:

Large, low maintenance and long-lived plant for shaded areas. Attractive berries are non-toxic but inedible.

Native:

Yes