Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum (Glaucous Meadow Rue) — fluffy, lemon-yellow, sweetly scented flower clusters held in loose sprays above finely divided, blue-green foliage. Full sun or partial shade; holds its tall stems best in full sun.
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Product features
Botanical name: Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum
Common name: Glaucous Meadow Rue, Yellow Meadow Rue
Height: 1.2m – 1.8m
Spread: 45cm – 75cm
Foliage: Finely divided, blue-green glaucous foliage, fern-like
Flower: Fluffy lemon-yellow flower clusters, strong scent, early to midsummer
Attractive to wildlife: Yes, attracts bees and hoverflies
Drought tolerant: Not very, prefers moist to damp soil
Hardy: Fully hardy, dies back in winter
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Suitable for: Cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, moist borders, waterside planting
Materials and care
Light: Full sun or partial shade, holds tall stems best in full sun
Aspect: Open but wind-sheltered border position
Soil type: Fertile, humus-rich, moist soil
Drainage: Moist but well-drained
Watering: Medium to high needs, keep consistently damp
Foliage protection: Use stakes or grow-through rings in windy gardens
End of season: Cut down to ground level in late autumn
Propagation: Divide dense root clumps in early spring or autumn
