Veronicastrum virginicum, also referred to as Culver’s root, is an herbaceous perennial in the
Plantaginaceae family. Its native habitat is woods, marshes, along stream banks and prairies, but makes a beautiful statement planted along woodland edges, in rain gardens, meadows, and
cottage gardens. It prefers full sun to part shade and medium to wet well drained soil. It usually takes time to establish in gardens but is well worth the wait to see the candelabra spiked, white and pink flowers that show off throughout the summer. It is low maintenance and attracts a variety of specialized bees as well as butterflies and other pollinators.
