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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, lightly mulch the seed bed.

Other: germination may be delayed until the following year

Native to: Albania, Amur, Austria, Baltic States, Belarus, Bulgaria, Buryatiya, Central European Rus, China North-Central, China Southeast, Chita, Czechoslovakia, East European Russia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Inner Mongolia, Irkutsk, Italy, Japan, Kamchatka, Kazakhstan, Khabarovsk, Korea, Magadan, Manchuria, Mongolia, North European Russi, Northwest European R, Poland, Primorye, Romania, Sakhalin, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Turkey-in-Europe, Ukraine, Yakutskiya, Yugoslavia

Introduced to: Belgium, Denmark, Great Britain, New York, Norway

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Thalictrum aquilegifoliumThalictrum aquilegifolium

Columbine Meadow-rue, Meadow Rue

In Stock: 0.126 lb (Total:0.126lb)

Thalictrum aquilegifolium

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0.13 lb

Details

Germination:

99%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

188,773

Quantity:

0.13 lb

Collected in:

Germany

Crop year:

1997

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

2970

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, lightly mulch the seed bed.

Other: germination may be delayed until the following year

Introduced to: Belgium, Denmark, Great Britain, New York, Norway

Native

Introduced

Thalictrum aquilegifolium, fondly known as Columbine Meadow-rue, is an enchanting perennial that captivates with its airy elegance and understated beauty. Native to the picturesque landscapes of Europe and Central Asia, this charming plant belongs to the Ranunculaceae family and thrives in USDA zones 5 to 8. Reaching a mature height of 2 to 3 feet, it flourishes gracefully from late spring through early summer, adorning gardens with its distinctive lilac-purple blooms. The true spectacle of its blooms lies in the profuse, fluffy, stamens, creating a mass effect that is irresistible to butterflies and pollinators.

Meadow-rue showcases fern-like, lacy bluish-green foliage, reminiscent of Columbine or Maidenhair Fern, adding a delicate texture to any garden setting. Adaptable yet preferring rich, well-drained soil, it prospers in full sun to part shade, tolerating occasional deer visits but remaining unpalatable. Ideal for cottage gardens or naturalized areas, it requires minimal maintenance, making it an excellent choice for gardeners longing for both elegance and ease.