Overview
Thalictrum pubescens Pursh is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum pubescens Pursh 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 pubescens Pursh, commonly known as tall meadow rue, is a clump-forming perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. This deciduous plant thrives in partial shade with an east- or north-facing aspect and prefers moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suited to sheltered positions. The genus is characterised by finely divided leaves and small flowers with prominent stamens arranged in panicles or racemes. This cultivar is ideal for cottage and informal gardens as well as flower borders and beds, with interest in spring.
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 pubescens Pursh 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 pubescens Pursh
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum pubescens Pursh?
Thalictrum pubescens Pursh prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum pubescens Pursh need?
Thalictrum pubescens Pursh grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Thalictrum pubescens Pursh hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum pubescens Pursh 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 pubescens Pursh?
Seed, Division.
More in the Thalictrum genus
- Thalictrummeadow rue
- Thalictrum 'Elin'meadow rue 'Elin'
- Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Atropurpureum'
- Thalictrum aquilegiifolium var. intermedium
- Thalictrum chelidonii
- Thalictrum elegans
- Thalictrum flavumcommon meadow rue
- Thalictrum flavum subsp. flavum
