blue cohosh (was: blue chelone)

Susan, without getting out the books, I seem to recall that blue
cohosh is related to camassia (or quamash), a bulb that blooms in
late spring with the bleeding hearts, etc.  I've had a few for
several years, in a shady moist spot and they are wonderful! Mine
are about 30 in. tall with spires of pale periwinkle blue florets,
sort of like a tall loose hyacinth.  They would bloom better with
more sun, I expect, but I'll take what I get.  They also come in white,
and some varieties are shorter.  I've read that native Americans
use to roast and eat the bulbs (I love having plants with a history).

Anne - Chicago

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