Thalictrum rochebrunianum - Rochebrun Meadow Rue
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Rochebrun Meadow Rue
Scientific name: Thalictrum rochebrunianum
Foliage color: Bluish-green, finely dissected, airy
Flower color: Lavender to pale mauve, prominent golden-yellow stamens
Mature height: 1.20–1.80 m (4–6 ft)
Mature width: 0.60–0.90 m (2–3 ft)
Habit: Upright, slender, forming fine and graceful stems
Flowering period: July to September
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Watering needs: Moderate, prefers cool and moist conditions
Soil type: Well-drained, fertile, rich in organic matter
Hardiness zone: Zones 3 to 8
Drought tolerance: Moderate, prefers consistent moisture
Nectar-producing plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees and butterflies
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic, safe for children and pets
✂️ Care
Plant in partial to full shade in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Water regularly at planting to establish a good root system, then maintain consistent moisture during growth. Stake lightly if necessary to support the slender stems.
Ideal for perennial borders, woodland gardens, and shaded edges, it offers airy and delicate blooms with finely dissected, highly ornamental foliage. Its slender habit creates remarkable lightness in compositions. A choice nectar-producing plant to attract bees and butterflies in partially shaded and cool areas.