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Thalictrum rochebrunianum

Giant meadow-rue or lavender mist

This big, bodacious, clump-forming plant has lots of appeal. Deep wine purple stems are topped with broad umbels, of bright, lavender clusters accented by yellow stamens, in July and August. Dainty, maidenhair fern-like foliage.


Height

4-6 Feet

Spread

2-3 Feet

Bloom Color

Lavender

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Interesting Notes

Genus name from the Greek thaliktron-- a name ascribed by Dioscorides to a plant with compound leaves Perry's Perennial Pages

Growing and Maintenance Tips

T. rochebrunianum prefers rich, moist, well-drained soils in full to part sun. Intolerant of intense heat and humidity. Propagate by seed or spring division. Deadhead to prolong blooming season. May require support during flowering. Best used in borders, meadows and naturalized areas. Most attractive when mass planted.

Characteristics & Attributes

Growth Rate
Medium
Exposure
Sun
Part Sun
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Attributes
Mass Planting
Meadow
Border
Moist Sun
Soil Moisture Needs
Good Drainage
Moist