Pickerelweed (Potendaria cordata)

Where to plant: muddy zone or shallow water; does well with changes in water level.
Type: herbaceous perennial
Height x spread (ft): 2-4 x 1.5-2.0
Blooms: summer into fall
Bloom: showy, soft blue
Sun: full sun
Water: wet
Maintenance: medium
Tolerates: erosion, wet soil
Wildlife: attracts butterflies ... and turtles