Thundercloud Meadow Rue
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium
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Perennials: Flower
Meadow Rue
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Hardy: 28°
Clusters of fluffy flowers are held above foliage that are soft green and clump forming. In cool regions plants will tolerate Full Sun if kept moist. Clumps may be easily divided in spring or fall.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Blue-Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
Purple
Blooming Time
Mid Summer - Mid Summer
Habit
Upright
Height
3–4 ft
Spread
12–18 in
Form
Panicle
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Toxic to Dogs/Cats
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Not tolerant of standing water
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Beneficial Insects
Uses/Placement
Woodland
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Part Sun - Part Shade
Soil Texture
Loamy
Soil Drainage
Moderately well-drained
Soil Moisture
Average to Moist
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Organic Matter Recommended
Fertilizer
Organic Feeding Recommended
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Bloom
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Moderate
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Spring or Fall Division