{"product_id":"caulophyllum-thalictroides-blue-cohosh-1","title":"Caulophyllum thalictroides - Blue Cohosh","description":"Blue Cohosh is a woodland perennial native to eastern North America, prized for its distinctive blue berries and delicate foliage. This shade-loving plant produces compound leaves and small greenish-yellow flowers in spring, followed by striking cobalt-blue seeds that mature by late summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in partial to full shade with moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Prefers cool woodland conditions similar to its native forest habitat. Space plants 12-18 inches apart and water regularly during establishment. Once established, Blue Cohosh is relatively low-maintenance and spreads gradually through rhizomes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardy in USDA zones 3-9, making it suitable for most of the eastern United States and suitable for cooler regions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInteresting facts: Blue Cohosh has been used traditionally in herbal medicine for centuries. The plant's blue berries are a favorite food source for woodland birds, including thrushes and other migratory species. Despite its delicate appearance, Blue Cohosh is quite long-lived and can persist in the same location for many years with minimal care. The berries contain a toxic alkaloid, so they should not be consumed without proper preparation. Native plant enthusiasts value this species for supporting regional ecosystems and attracting wildlife to shaded garden areas.","brand":"Gardens of The Blue Ridge","offers":[{"title":"BAREROOT","offer_id":52749641548005,"sku":"CAUTHABR","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2448\/8269\/files\/caulophyllum-thalictroides-blue-cohosh.png?v=1788266272","url":"https:\/\/gardensoftheblueridge.com\/products\/caulophyllum-thalictroides-blue-cohosh-1","provider":"Gardens of The Blue Ridge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}