Overview
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. As a cultivar of Thalictrum, it features finely divided, deciduous foliage and produces small flowers arranged in panicles or racemes with prominent stamens. It thrives in partial shade, particularly in east- or north-facing, sheltered positions, preferring moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, this plant is well suited to cottage and informal gardens as well as flower borders and beds, with its season of interest in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thalictrum
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium need?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium?
Seed, Division.
More in the Thalictrum genus
- Thalictrummeadow rue
- Thalictrum 'Elin'meadow rue 'Elin'
- Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Atropurpureum'
- Thalictrum chelidonii
- Thalictrum elegans
- Thalictrum flavumcommon meadow rue
- Thalictrum flavum subsp. flavum
- Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum 'Silver Sparkler' (v)
