Collinsonia canadensis / Stoneroot

A wonderfully large woodland herb in the mint family, Stoneroot’s ziggurat-shaped blooms are scented with an aromatic lemon-citronella fragrance.

Stoneroot grows in rich, moist soils, especially in mature, diverse forests. A good late-summer nectary for woodland bees and other small pollinators. An important native medicinal plant.

Spreads readily in drifts, excellent for weed suppression in deer-free plantings.

Height: 3′ – 4′        Blooms: August

Siting: Average to moist soil, part sun to shade

Deer Resistance: Moderate

Provenance: NJ