Description
Splendide Meadow Rue is a stunning native perennial that thrives in Massachusetts gardens, especially in partially shaded woodland settings. Its elegant black stems support tall clumps of lavender-mauve, star-shaped flowers in early summer, creating a cloud of soft color that’s excellent for cutting. The finely textured, fern-like foliage deepens from fresh green to dark green as the season progresses, and offers a lovely olive hue in fall. This repeat-blooming variety brings vertical interest and delicate movement to any naturalized garden space.
Splendide Meadow Rue is a low-maintenance plant that attracts bees and butterflies, making it a great addition for pollinator-friendly landscapes in Massachusetts. While it may need staking due to its height, the payoff is a graceful and airy display that works beautifully in mass plantings or as an accent. Its upright form and lacy foliage blend well with other shade-loving natives. Splendide Meadow Rue is deer-resistant and adapts well to woodland gardens or moist, rich soils.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Thalictrum delavayi 'Splendide'
Color: purple
Light: part sun – full shade
Watering: around an inch per week
Soil: rich, acidic
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (4'), width (18″)
Blooming Season: early summer
Growth Rate: medium
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