Overview
Thalictrum rochebruneanum is a clump forming perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum rochebruneanum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders and naturalistic plantings. It is native to Japan and Korea.
About
Thalictrum rochebruneanum, called the lavender mist meadow rue, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Thalictrum, native to the Korean Peninsula and Japan. A clumping perennial topped with a loose spray of small medium violet flowers with yellow stamens, and sometimes reaching 2 m (7 ft), it has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
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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
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thalictrum rochebruneanum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, naturalistic plantings
- Native to
- Japan, Korea
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thalictrum rochebruneanum
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. May require staking due to height.
- Pruning
- Cut back to ground level in late winter or early spring.
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Thalictrum rochebruneanum?
Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. May require staking due to height.
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum rochebruneanum?
Thalictrum rochebruneanum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum rochebruneanum need?
Thalictrum rochebruneanum grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Thalictrum rochebruneanum?
Cut back to ground level in late winter or early spring.
Is Thalictrum rochebruneanum hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum rochebruneanum 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 rochebruneanum?
Seed, division.
More in the Thalictrum genus
- Thalictrummeadow rue
- Thalictrum 'Black Stockings'Meadow-rue
- 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