Overview

Thalictrum minus subsp. minus is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum minus subsp. minus 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 minus subsp. minus, commonly known as dwarf lesser meadow rue, is a clump-forming perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. It has finely divided, deciduous foliage and produces small flowers with prominent stamens arranged in panicles or racemes during spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in partial shade, particularly in east- or north-facing, sheltered positions with moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens as well as flower borders and beds, it is hardy to UK zone H5 and can be propagated by seed or division.

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 minus subsp. minus 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 minus subsp. minus

Propagation

Seed, Division

Pest resistance

Slugs

Disease resistance

Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

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