A distinctive wetland perennial with unique leaves that appear pierced by stems. Flat-topped clusters of fragrant white flowers create exceptional pollinator habitat in New England's wet meadows and marshes.

Native range: Eastern North America including throughout New England

Size: 3-5 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide, space 2-3 feet apart

Growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade, consistently moist to wet soils

Bloom period: July through October

Wildlife value: Crucial nectar source for diverse pollinators; larval host for several native moths; important for late-season butterflies

Garden benefits: Excellent for rain gardens, deer resistant, tolerates flooding, fragrant flowers, spreads to form colonies