Overview
Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Filipendula, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream' 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.
About
Filipendula vulgaris, commonly known as dropwort or fern-leaf dropwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Rosaceae, closely related to meadowsweet. It is found in Europe, western Siberia, Asia Minor, the Caucusus and North Africa.
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 vulgaris 'Devon Cream' 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
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream'
- 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 vulgaris 'Devon Cream'?
Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream' need?
Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream' 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 vulgaris 'Devon Cream' hardy in the UK?
Filipendula vulgaris 'Devon Cream' 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 vulgaris 'Devon Cream'?
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 glaberrima
- Filipendula purpureapurple meadowsweet
- Filipendula vulgarisdropwort
- Filipendula 'Nephele'
- Filipendula aff. camtschatica
- Filipendula hybrid