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Thalictrum 'Splendide'

Also Known As

  • Splendide Meadow Rue

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 9'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Thalictrum 'Splendide' plant details

Thalictrum 'Splendide' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thalictrum 'Splendide'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 4 wide, 9 FT tall
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thalictrum 'Splendide'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Discovered as a garden seedling between Thalictrum elegans and Thalictrum delavayi by celebrated French Heuchera breeder, Thierry Delabroye, this towering floriferous Meadow Rue is indeed splendid. Heaven bound and steadfast, 9 ft. tall, crimson tinted stalks, clothed with lacy grayish green fernlike foliage, have a willowy architectural appeal. Myriad lavender-pink flowers, centered by cream-colored stamens, compose a massive, yet sprightly pastel cloud, which envelopes the entire upper 3 ft. of each impressive plant nearly all summer long.
A recent selection of Giant Meadowrue from French breeder Thierry Delabroye. 'Splendide' is a sterile selection, and therefore wants to flower continuously. It begins in June, bearing sprays of soft lavender clouds on 6-9' stems. Plants will no doubt be top heavy, so we recommend staking for added support.

Gardening facts about Thalictrum 'Splendide' plant

How to Grow Thalictrum 'Splendide'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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