Gas plant is an introduced perennial flower native to Europe but grows in gardens throughout the northeastern United States. At maturity, this plant reaches a height of 2-3' and features woody stems at the base, fragrant, compound, oval-shaped, glossy, green leaves, and aromatic 1-3”, 4-5 petaled, star-shaped white flowers that have violet/purple veining and long projecting stamens. This plant attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, is resistant to deer, is drought tolerant, is both edible and medicinal, makes essential oils and cosmetics, and is used as a cut flower!
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