Polygonatum commutatum ~ Giant Soloman's Seal variegated-leaf The narrow medium green foliage

The narrow medium green foliage is topped by golden yellow daisy-like flowers with fluted petals that bloom from late spring until frost

Monarda didyma is a native host for several moths

In mid-summer stems holding airy clusters of tiny yellow flowers raise above the foliage like a cloud which turn brown in fall and persist through winter

Sleeping Giant State Park

Swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) Sand Lake Wetland Management District 01 (14386831375)

Polygonatum commutatum ~ Giant Soloman's Seal variegated-leaf The narrow medium green foliageGiant Solomons Seal is a large native herbaceous perennial with tall arching stems and large alternating medium green leaves with noticeable veining. Clusters of small bell shaped white flowers dangle from the leave axils in spring are followed by blue black fruit seeds. Best grown in part shade and rich moist well drained soils. Solomon's Seals flower blossoms, shoots, and rhizomes are edible. Type: Perennial Origins: East N. America; GA Native