A Collection of White Native Plants for Your Garden

Beautiful and unique, this plant has thimble-like green fruits. Growing up to 35inches high, it is a member of the Buttercup family. Blooms are 5-petaled, white, and usually one inch in diameter. Expect them in late spring to mid summer.

Anemonella thalictroides (Rue Anemone)

This lovely plant reminds me of a miniature Cherokee rose. A perennial herbaceous plant that grows to 9inches tall, its prized in woodland gardens. It blooms white from late winter to early spring. Root teas by Native Americans was believed to cure diarrhea and vomiting, although it potentially toxic.

Aruncus dioicus (Bride's Feathers)

These have beautiful creamy white blooms, flowering in late spring. With a height of 4-6 feet, these delicate airy blooms make a great backdrop for the property or as a border plant. Plant these in average moist soil and in partial shade for maximum growth.

Astilbe biternata (Appalachian false goat's beard)

This fine border plant reaches a height of 3-5 feet tall. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. The flowers are small and white with 10 stamens. Its blooms are on a branched spray. There is large bold foliage and you will need to keep it fertilized as it usually needs nutrients. You should divide this every 4 years for maximum growth.

Boltonia asteroides (White Doll's daisy)

This plant has large white flowers that look like daisies. They get from 2-4 feet tall and are very adaptable. They are good for naturalization and for attracting butterflies. Their white or pink flowers will bloom from July to September. Plant this plant in full sun or partial shade.

Calystegia catesbiana (Silky Bindweed)

This endangered plant is found sporadically in pinelands. It is a member of the morning glory family and has that traditional look to it. Flowering from June to July they bloom small and white on erect stems. This trailing vine will grow several feet, and care needs to be taken in keeping it corralled.

Chamaelirium luteum (Fairywand)

A perennial growing up to 4 feet with 6 inch leaves. Dense and spiky, it has white flowers that fade to yellow. It prefers early sun and has evergreen foliage. The name comes from the Greek meaning "on the ground lily".

Chelone glabra (White Turtlehead)

An unusual flower that is great for containers. Growing up to 3 feet with a 20 inch spread this plant has serrated leaves and white hooded flowers shaped like a turtle. Blooms are white or sometimes pink or green. It prefers shade and moist soil and you may divide in fall or spring. "Chelone" was a nymph in Greek mythology; she insulted the gods by not attending the wedding of Zeus and Hera and was turned into a turtle.

Cherophyllum procumbens (Spreading Chervil)

This member of the carrot family has small white 5-petal flowers that last but a short time. It has a look and scent like parsley. It prefers moist woody areas and will bloom from April to May.

Cimicifuga racemosa (Black Bugbane)

This perennial is excellent for borders with its tall spikes and white flowers. It is a member of the buttercup family and prefers deep shade. It will grow up to 8 feet and bloom May to September. Its root was an official drug of the US Pharmacopoeia from 1820-1926. Today it is a popular alternative to estrogen therapy.

Clematis virginiana (Devil's Darning Needles)

This deciduous vine is a rapid grower, reaching maturity at around 18 feet. It is a member of the Buttercup family, and can be found in thickets and stream banks. With distinctive string like seeds, this will bloom with white flowers late summer to fall. Its blooms have a faint fragrance. Plant this in full sun or partial shade for maximum benefits.