lavender mist flower Meadow Rue

lavender mist flower Meadow RueMeadow rue, also commonly referred to as lavender mist or giant meadow rue, is a pollinator friendly perennial with tall wine purple stems adorned with lovely lavender flower clusters. It is right at home in cottage and woodland gardens, though it isnt too fussy and easily grows in sites with moist soil and plenty of sunlight. Plant in masses along with native perennials to create a meadowscape and attract pollinators like sweat bees, honeybees, and

Meadow rue, also commonly referred to as lavender mist or giant meadow rue, is a pollinator-friendly perennial with tall wine-purple stems adorned with lovely lavender flower clusters. It is right at home in cottage and woodland gardens, though it isn’t too fussy and easily grows in sites with moist soil and plenty of sunlight. Plant in masses along with native perennials to create a meadowscape and attract pollinators like sweat bees, honeybees, and butterflies! This perennial is also long-lasting as a cut flower, fresh or dried, making it an aesthetic addition to borders and hedges. No matter your plans for meadow rue, its delicate blooms won’t disappoint you.

Vital Details:

Plant size: 4-6’ tall x 2-3’ wide

Light: Sun (6+ hrs/day) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)

Water: Average water needs. Prefers moist soil.

Hardiness: 4-8 (Find your hardiness zone)

Season of interest: Summer

Pollinator value: Attracts various species of butterflies, bees, and other pollinating insects, attracts songbirds to the garden.

Notable Features: Summer-blooming, easy to grow, pollinator-friendly, cut flower

Pot Size: One quart

Plant Name: Thalictrum rochebrunianum