Overview
Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1.5 m tall. Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus 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. It is native to Austria, Czechia-Slovakia and Hungary.
About
Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus is a clump-forming perennial cultivar within the Thalictrum genus, part of the Ranunculaceae family. It has deciduous foliage and thrives in partial shade, ideally in east- or north-facing, sheltered locations. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H5. It is suited to cottage and informal gardens as well as flower borders and beds, with its season of interest in spring. Cultivation requires well-drained soil and sun, and propagation can be achieved by seed or division.
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
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1.5 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- Austria, Czechia-Slovakia, Hungary
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus
- Cultivation
- Requires well-drained soil and sun
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus?
Requires well-drained soil and sun.
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus?
Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus need?
Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus grow?
Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus reaches a height of 1.5 m.
Is Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum minus subsp. pseudominus 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 minus subsp. pseudominus?
Seed, Division.
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