Thalictrum aquilegiifolium (Meadow Rue)


Botanical Information

FamilyRanunculaceae
GenusThalictrum
Speciesaquilegiifolium
CategoryPerennials, Wildflowers & Weeds
OriginNative from Europe to central Asia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4a - 8a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29 - (-7)
Temperature (°F)-20 - 20
Height60 - 90 cm
Spread60 - 90 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July

Description and Growing Information

CultivationGrows in moist, well-drained soil in full sunlight to partial shade.
PestsNo serious insect or disease problems.
HabitatGrow in average, medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers a rich, humusy soil and light, dappled sun. Intolerant of the hot and humid summers of the deep South.

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