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Thalictrum pubescens

Tall Meadow Rue

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  • Product Info

    Tall Meadow Rue (Thalictrum pubescens)
    Buttercup Family

    This herbaceous plant thrives in moist, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows, woodlands, and along streambanks. Fern-like foliage and small, airy clusters of pale lavender to white flowers add a softness to the woodland garden. Plants are naturally found in damp locations in part to full shade. Only plant in part sun if soil is consistently moist. Plants are rich in nectar and attract a wide variety of insects, particularly butterflies.

    Blooms: White, 3-4 weeks, June-Aug
    Leaves: Blue-green leaves are dense--similar to Columbine
    Height: 3-6' 
    Space: 2-3'
    Soil: Average-Moist
    Exposure:  Part sun-Part shade-Shade
    Fauna: Butterflies, long-tongue bees, lepidopteran host plant 
    Seeds: Star-like clusters are green to purple, then brown when ripe
    Deer Resistance: High
    Zone: 3-9
    Native Status: NC native, common in the Mountains, uncommon in the Piedmont and Sandhills
    Provenance: VA, seed grown