White Snakeroot (Ageratina altissima) 2x2x3" Pot

An easy to grow boneset with small but often fragrant flowers. Rarely bothered by herbivores, and can spread rapidly in disturbed conditions. An excellent addition to restored woodland understory.

Light: Part Sun/Shade, Shade

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic, Dry Mesic

Soil Type: Loam, Clay Loam

Height: 2'-4'

Bloom Color: White

Bloom Time: Sep-Oct

Root Type: Fibrous

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract bees, wasps, flies, and moths. Likely host a similar suite of insects as other bonesets, such as the ruby tiger moth and burdock borer moth, as well as some smaller insects. Bitter, toxic foliage is generally avoided by herbivores.