Thalictrum actaeifolium ‘Perfume Star’

Meadow-rue

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.513.300

Meadow-rue has beautiful, lacy foliage a little bit like a Columbine or Maidenhair Fern in effect. This selection is upright with airy, branching stems of small blue-green leaves. Huge clusters of star-like, fragrant, lavender flowers tipped with white appear in summer. Makes an unusual cut flower. Dislikes excessively hot summers. Terrific in the woodland garden. Beautiful when massed in a partially shaded border. Clumps may be carefully divided in spring every 3 to 4 years if desired. Cut back to the ground in late autumn.

Further details for
Thalictrum actaeifolium ‘Perfume Star’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Mauve/Lilac
White

Blooming Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer

Foliage Color
Blue
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Fragrant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Woodland

Flower Head Size
Very Large

Height
80-100 cm
31-39 inches

Spread
65-70 cm
25-27 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium