meadow rue
Thalictrum minus 'Adiantifolium'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
Creamy yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Meadow Rue (Thalictrum minus 'Adiantifolium') should be watered about once per week during the growing season, but not necessarily on a regular schedule. The soil should be kept constantly moist, but not overly wet. If the soil begins to dry out too quickly, more frequent watering may be necessary. During the winter months, water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out in between waterings.
sunlight
Meadow Rue (Thalictrum minus 'Adiantifolium') grows best when given at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Sunlight should ideally be in the morning as opposed to the afternoon, as too much direct sunlight in the afternoon can scorch leaves. This plant is also tolerant of partial shade provided it receives sufficient sunlight earlier in the day. Growing midday shading plants such as rosemary or lamb's ears near the meadow rue can help provide additional midday shade.
pruning
Meadow rue (Thalictrum minus 'Adiantifolium') should be pruned in the late winter or early spring when it's still dormant and the weather is cool and wet. Pruning is done by removing dead and diseased wood, gently thinning to reduce overcrowding of the stems and removing crossing or damaged stems to maintain a naturally shaped shrub. It is best to prune only a third of the entire shrub. It is also important not to shear or shape meadow rue to maintain its natural form.
