There are many beautiful plants native to the eastern U.S. and specifically my region of Northern Virginia. The Great Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) is certainly one.

It puts out a long spike of blue flowers in mid-summer. Bees and Hummingbirds are attracted to them.

In their native habitat they prefer moist lowland forests, seeps and mesic coves. But they are adaptable to the suburban garden. They are easy to grow. Give them a little bit of shade and some moist soil and they are off on a mission to make your yard look spectacular.

Location: My Backyard, Bristow, VA