Plants in genus collinsonia
Collinsonia canadensis 'Cumberland'
Collinsonia canadensis 'Cumberland', also known as shade-loving bush mint, is a native plant ranging from Vermont to Louisiana. It features large, hydrangea-like fuzzy green leaves and terminal spikes of small yellow flowers in late summer, attracting native bees. This deer-resistant plant grows in both acidic and alkaline soils and has a long history of medicinal use for urinary and kidney ailments.
Collinsonia punctata 'Yellow Creek'
Collinsonia punctata 'Yellow Creek' is a native perennial to the Southeast US, forming 4-foot tall clumps with bold-textured, fuzzy green leaves. It emits a menthol-like fragrance and produces small yellow flowers from early fall through October, while being highly drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.