Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' (Chinese meadow rue 'Purple Marble') — Clump forming

Overview

Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 1-2 years. Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is low maintenance. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens and flower borders and beds.

About

Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' (Chinese meadow rue 'Purple Marble') is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. This deciduous plant grows to between 0.1 and 0.5 metres in height and spread, reaching full size within one to two years. It thrives in partial shade with an east- or west-facing aspect, preferring sheltered positions and moist but well-drained soils of loam, clay, or chalk with a neutral to alkaline pH. 'Purple Marble' offers low-maintenance summer interest in temperate gardens.

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: Partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Clay, Chalk
Soil pH: Neutral, Acid, Alkaline
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height: 1-2 years
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble'

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble'?

Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' need?

Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, clay and chalk. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

How big does Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' grow?

Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 1-2 years to reach full size.

Is Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' hardy in the UK?

Thalictrum ichangense 'Purple Marble' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.