Overview
Thalictrum osmundifolium is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum osmundifolium 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 osmundifolium is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. As a member of the Thalictrum genus, it features finely divided, deciduous leaves and produces small flowers arranged in panicles or racemes with prominent stamens. This cultivar thrives in partial shade, particularly in east- or north-facing, sheltered locations with moist but well-drained, neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suited to cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds, with interest in spring.
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 osmundifolium 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 osmundifolium
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum osmundifolium?
Thalictrum osmundifolium prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum osmundifolium need?
Thalictrum osmundifolium grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Thalictrum osmundifolium hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum osmundifolium 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 osmundifolium?
Seed, Division.
More in the Thalictrum genus
- Thalictrummeadow rue
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- Thalictrum 'Nimbus Pink'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum Chantilly Lace ('Mactha002')Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum del. 'Splendide White'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum del. 'Splendide'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum delavyi 'Hinkley'Meadow-rue
- Thalictrum diffusiflorumdiffuse-flowered meadow rue