Species dropwort
clusters of small, white flowers, green leaves, and green stems

dropwort

Filipendula vulgaris 'Multiplex'

Dropwort (Filipendula vulgaris 'Multiplex') is an amazing and unique plant species. It produces delicate, fern-like foliage and spires of tiny, fragrant, pink flowers that attract an abundance of pollinators. Additionally, the foliage is drought resistant, making it ideal for many different garden types. Its most impressive feature is the ability to 'mulitplex'. In other words, it can double its stems and flowers, therefore blooming twice the size in one season! Not only is Dropwort a beautiful statement piece in gardens, but it requires minimal maintenance and is pest-resistant. This makes it a great selection for gardeners of all levels.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

Creamy white Flowers In Summer

Sun:

Full sun

Soil:

Alkaline

Fruits:

green,brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Dropwort prefers to grow in moist soil and should be watered on a regular basis throughout the growing season. During the summer months, it is advised to water once a week, making sure to deeply soak the soil to a depth of 3-5 inches. In especially hot and dry climates, more frequent watering may be required, so it is important to check the soil moisture often. It is not advised to water too frequently, as this can lead to root rot. In winter, watering should only be done when the top inch of soil is dry, as the plant becomes semi-dormant at this time.

sunlight

Dropwort (Filipendula vulgaris 'Multiplex') prefers full sun exposure but can also thrive in light partial shade. When planting this hardy perennial, it's recommended to provide it with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day. The ideal times for sunlight should be between 8am and 3pm and the plant should be positioned so that it receives the most light it can throughout the day. With the right combination of sunlight and soil nutrients, this spring blooming flower is sure to put on a show in your garden.

pruning

Dropwort (Filipendula vulgaris 'Multiplex') should be pruned in late winter or early spring after the last frost. Depending on its size and condition, dropwort can be pruned to thin out overgrown stems and remove any weak, dead or diseased branches. It can also be cut back to maintain a desired size and shape and help promote blooms and new growth. Start by cutting out any dead or damaged branches. Cut back any overly vigorous stems to shorter, more manageable lengths. Cut the stems back to just above a strong pair of buds, ensuring that the cuts will heal nicely. Remove any non-flowering shoots to help promote blooming. Trim back remaining stems to promote a fuller and more attractive plant. Don't prune too hard or you may risk weakening or killing your plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
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Mar
Apr
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Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Dropwort typically starts flowering in June.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Filipendula vulgaris 'Multiplex' (dropwort) is July and August.

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