Overview

Thalictrum lucidum is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Thalictrum lucidum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH.

About

Thalictrum lucidum, commonly known as shining meadow rue, is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. It has a columnar upright habit and deciduous foliage, reaching a height of 1 to 1.5 metres with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres. This plant takes between two to five years to reach full height and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered south, west, or east-facing aspects. It grows well in a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, and loam, with moisture levels ranging from moist but well-drained to poorly-drained soils. Thalictrum lucidum is of interest from spring through to autumn.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Thalictrum

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Chalk, Clay, Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

Plant details

Thalictrum lucidum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Columnar upright

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

1-1.5 metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Frequently asked questions

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