Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') (Meadow-rue) — Clump forming

Overview

Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') 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 Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') is a herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae with a clump-forming habit and deciduous foliage. It prefers partial shade on an east- or north-facing site and flowers from June to August. Best grown in a neutral, moist but well-drained loam in a sheltered position.

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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In the garden

Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') sits within the meadow-rue group of Ranunculaceae as a clump-forming, deciduous herbaceous perennial. It produces its flowering display in mid-summer, from June to August, and is treated as a summer-flowering component in mixed plantings. Place this cultivar where it receives partial shade, favouring east- or north-facing aspects that give morning or dappled light rather than full sun. It performs on a neutral loam that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged; good drainage is important even where soil is kept evenly moist. In UK terms the plant carries an H5 rating, so it is classed as hardy and suitable for most gardens provided it enjoys some shelter from harsh, exposed conditions. Use Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') in cottage and informal garden schemes, or set it into flower borders and beds where deciduous, clump-forming perennials are required. Its seasonal leaf drop means the planting has a clear summer presence but retreats for winter; place it where mid-summer flowering contributes to the border’s structure and layering. Flowers between June and August give reliable summer interest in appropriately sited borders.

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 Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') 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 Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002')

Propagation: Seed, Division
Pest resistance: Slugs
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002')?

Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') need?

Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') hardy in the UK?

Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002') 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 Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002')?

Seed, Division.

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