Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis), native to northern and eastern North America. It’s an annual that is found in rich moist soils where it grows to a lush 2 to 5 feet tall.

Jewelweed has a dedicated following for its help with Poison Ivy and Stinging Nettles.

Hummingbirds and Bumblebees are dependable pollinators of Jewelweed.

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