Enhance your woodland or shaded garden with Black Caulophyllum Seeds, also known as Blue Cohosh Seeds. This hardy perennial plant features lush green foliage and striking dark-blue seed pods that add natural beauty to your landscape. Perfect for gardeners looking to grow a unique and resilient native species, Caulophyllum thrives in moist, shaded areas and adapts well to forest garden settings.
With its elegant form and low-maintenance nature, Caulophyllum thalictroides makes an excellent addition to native plant collections, pollinator gardens, and shaded borders.
Features
- High-Quality Non-GMO Seeds: Guaranteed freshness and germination consistency.
- Shade Tolerant: Grows well in partial to full shade environments.
- Native Woodland Perennial: Perfect for naturalized landscapes and forest gardens.
- Ornamental Appeal: Produces attractive foliage and blue-black seed pods.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established.
- Cold Hardy: Excellent for cool and temperate zones.
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Caulophyllum thalictroides
- Common Name: Blue Cohosh
- Seed Type: Non-GMO, untreated
- Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth Habit: Upright, clumping form
- Mature Height: 1.5–3 ft
- Spread: 1–2 ft
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loamy or humus-rich soil
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0)
- Sun Exposure: Partial to full shade
- Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
- Temperature Range: Hardy to -20°F (-29°C)
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–8
- Planting Season: Early spring or fall
- Germination Time: 60–120 days with cold stratification
- Lifespan: Long-lived perennial (10+ years)
- GMO Status: Non-GMO, naturally grown
- Special Note: Excellent for shaded native gardens and pollinator habitats
Planting Guide
- Seed Preparation: Cold stratify seeds for 3 months at 40°F (4°C) in a moist medium before planting.
- Sowing Depth: Plant ¼ inch deep in rich, moist soil.
- Light Requirements: Choose a shaded or partially shaded location.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during germination.
- Temperature: Maintain a cool environment for best results.
- Transplanting: Move young plants to permanent spots after 2–3 true leaves form.
- Maintenance: Mulch annually to conserve moisture and enrich soil.
