Overview
Filipendula glaberrima is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Filipendula, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Filipendula glaberrima grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates clay and loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow and flower borders and beds. It is native to China North-Central, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Korea, Kuril Is., Manchuria, Primorye and Sakhalin.
About
Filipendula glaberrima, also called Korean meadowsweet, is a species of plant in the family Rosaceae that is native to Korea. The genus Filipendula is classified as a perennial herbaceous ornamental plant of the botanical family Rosaceae.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Filipendula
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Filipendula glaberrima size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- China North-Central, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Korea, Kuril Is., Manchuria, Primorye, Sakhalin
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Filipendula glaberrima
- Propagation
- Seed sown in containers in spring, Division in spring or autumn, Root cuttings placed horizontally in a seed tray from late winter to early spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews and a fungal leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Filipendula glaberrima?
Filipendula glaberrima prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Filipendula glaberrima need?
Filipendula glaberrima grows best in clay and loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Filipendula glaberrima hardy in the UK?
Filipendula glaberrima has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Filipendula glaberrima?
Seed sown in containers in spring, Division in spring or autumn, Root cuttings placed horizontally in a seed tray from late winter to early spring.
More in the Filipendula genus
- Filipendula auriculatalobed meadowsweet
- Filipendula camtschatica 'Shiro-sankou-naka-fu' (v)
- Filipendula purpureapurple meadowsweet
- Filipendula vulgarisdropwort
- Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream'
- Filipendula 'Nephele'
- Filipendula aff. camtschatica
- Filipendula hybrid