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