Filipendula ulmaria (Meadowsweet, Queen of the Meadow)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusFilipendula
Speciesulmaria
CategoryWildflowers & Weeds
OriginNative to Western Asia, Europe.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone3 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height90 - 182 cm
Spread30 - 91 cm
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August

Description and Growing Information

ShapeLarge, clump-forming and upright.
LandscapeBorder planting.
PropagationSeed or division.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade. Average, medium to wet and well-drained soil. Prefers constantly moist, alkaline soils. Drought intolerant.
PestsSusceptible to mildew. Rabbit and deer tolerant.
HabitatWet meadows or moist areas along streams or ponds.
Leaf DescriptionCompound, pinnate leaves with 7 - 9 leaflets each and appear hairy.
Flower DescriptionBranched, terminal, astilbe-like panicles of fragrant flowers that are 121 - 181 cm in size.
Colour DescriptionThe flowers are white. The leaves are dark green and slightly white beneath.

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