Overview
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall. Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, prairie planting, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. It is known by the common names Siberian columbine meadow-rue, columbine meadow-rue, French meadow-rue, and greater meadow-rue.
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About the genus
Thalictrum is a genus of 120–200 species of herbaceous perennial flowering plants in the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae, native mostly to temperate regions. Meadow-rue is a common name for plants in this genus.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thalictrum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White'
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White'?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' need?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' grow?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' reaches a height of 1.0 m.
Is Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White'?
Division in spring.
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More in the Thalictrum genus
- Thalictrummeadow rue
- Thalictrum aquilegifoliumSiberian columbine meadow-rue, columbine meadow-rue, French meadow-rue, greater meadow-rue
- Thalictrum aquilegifolium 'Album'White Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum aquilegifolium 'Atropurpureum'Purple Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum delavayiChinese meadow rue
- Thalictrum delavayi 'Album'Chinese meadow rue 'Album'
- Thalictrum delavayi 'Hewitt's Double'Chinese Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum flavum 'Illuminator'meadow rue 'Illuminator'