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Thalictrum rochebrunianum (giant meadow-rue)

Thalictrum rochebrunianum

giant meadow-rue or lavender mist

This giant, clump-forming plant has lots of appeal. Deep wine purple stems are topped with broad umbels, of bright, lavender clusters accented by yellow stamens, in July and August. Dainty, maidenhair fern-like foliage.

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Height

4-6 Feet

Spread

2-3 Feet

Spacing

18-24 Inches

Bloom Color

Violet

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

giant meadow-rue Interesting Notes

Genus name from the Greek thaliktron-- a name ascribed by Dioscorides to a plant with compound leaves Perry's Perennial Pages

Thalictrum rochebrunianum Growing and Maintenance Tips

T. rochebrunianum prefers rich, moist, well-drained soils in full to part sun. Intolerant of intense heat and humidity. Propagate by seed or spring division. Deadhead to prolong blooming season. May require support during flowering. Best used in borders, meadows and naturalized areas. Most attractive when mass planted.

Key Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun
Full Sun
Part Sun
Part Sun
Moist
Moist
Songbird-friendly
Songbird-friendly
Cut Flower
Cut Flower
Summer
Summer

Additional Information

Green Infrastructure
Woodland
Plug Type
Horticultural Plug
Propagation Type
Open pollinated