Overview
Thalictrum sachalinense is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thalictrum, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Thalictrum sachalinense 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 sachalinense is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. This deciduous plant thrives in partial shade, particularly in east- or north-facing, sheltered locations with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It produces finely divided leaves and small flowers arranged in panicles or racemes, characteristic of the Thalictrum genus. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is well suited to cottage and informal gardens as well as flower borders and beds, with its season of 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 sachalinense 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 sachalinense
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thalictrum sachalinense?
Thalictrum sachalinense prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thalictrum sachalinense need?
Thalictrum sachalinense grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Thalictrum sachalinense hardy in the UK?
Thalictrum sachalinense 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 sachalinense?
Seed, Division.
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- 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
