Thalictrum flavum glaucum 'Ruth Lynden-Bell' - P9

Description
The Common meadow rue (Thalictrum flavum ssp. glaucum) is an upright perennial that forms pale yellow flowers arranged in panicles from June to August. Its pinnate leaves are blue-green in colour. In a semi-shady location with well-drained, lime-free soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 m and grows to a width of approx. 50 cm. The Common meadow rue is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Common meadow rue are blue-green, pinnate.

Frost hardiness
The Common meadow rue has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
This perennial should be cut back in autumn / late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel.

Flower
Thalictrum flavum ssp. glaucum forms panicles of light yellow flowers from June.

Use
Pruning, bee pasture, woodland edge