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Thalictrum rochebruneanum (Meadow rue)

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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Thalictrum rochebruneanum thah-LIK-trum roesh-broo-nee-AY-num Common Name: Meadow rue Genus: Thalictrum
This beautiful specimen has tall, delicate stems punctuated by clusters of columbine-like, bluish gray leaves. In summer, it bears sprays of nodding lavender-pink or white flowers with pale yellow stamens that reach as high as 3 feet. Plants grow to 12 inches wide. Plant at the back of a border; it may require staking.
 Noteworthy characteristics: It earns its place in the garden with its foliage alone. It does well as a backdrop or see-through plant in a mixed border. It is also suitable for a wild or woodland garden.
 Care: Provide moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. It may require staking. Most Thalictrum are late to emerge in mid- to late spring.
 Propagation: Sow seed in a cold frame when fresh. Divide as new growth appears in spring.
 Problems: Powdery mildew, rust, white smut, leaf spots, slugs.
Height 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Medium to Wet
Maintenance Moderate
Characteristics Self Seeds; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Early Summer; Late Summer; Summer
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Pink Flower; Purple/ Lavender Flower; White Flower; Yellow Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders, Cut Flower, Naturalizing, Waterside
Style , Cottage Garden, Meadow Garden
Seasonal Interest , Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type ,Perennials

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