Purple Meadow Rue
Purple Meadow Rue (Thalictrum dasycarpum) is a native perennial known for its delicate, lacy foliage and tall, airy clusters of soft purple flowers. Thriving in moist meadows and woodland edges, this pollinator-friendly plant adds graceful height and texture to gardens. Drought-tolerant once established, it’s perfect for naturalistic landscapes, rain gardens, and wildlife-friendly spaces.
Purple Meadow Rue (Thalictrum dasycarpum) is a native perennial known for its delicate, lacy foliage and tall, airy clusters of soft purple flowers. Thriving in moist meadows and woodland edges, this pollinator-friendly plant adds graceful height and texture to gardens. Drought-tolerant once established, it’s perfect for naturalistic landscapes, rain gardens, and wildlife-friendly spaces.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Thalictrum dasycarpum
-Common Name: Purple Meadow Rue
-Native Range: Central and Eastern North America
-Mature Size: 3-6 feet tall, 2-3 feet wide
-Light Requirements: Full Sun to partial shade
-Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil, tolerates clay and loam
-Water Needs: Moderate to high
-Bloom Time: June-July
-Flower Color: Purplish stems with pale yellow-cream flowers
-Wildlife Benefits: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
-Deer Resistance: High
-Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
