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Thalictrum alpinum

Also Known As

  • Alpine Meadowrue
  • Meadow Rue

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 3a-6b

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Thalictrum alpinum plant details

Thalictrum alpinum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thalictrum alpinum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thalictrum alpinum

USDA Zones: 3a - 6b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grows to 6" tall with short rhizomes and glabrous leaves that are toothed or lobed and mostly basal. Inflorescences reach 4-8" long with showy, pendulous, violet stamens in early summer. Europe, Asia and North America.

Gardening facts about Thalictrum alpinum plant

How to Grow Thalictrum alpinum

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • tan
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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