Thalictrum flavum 'Illuminator'

Meadow Rue

Plant Type:

SUN PERENNIALS

Thalictrum flavum 'Illuminator' - Clouds of innumerable soft yellow flowers arise from mounds of powdery blue-gray Columbine-like leaves in May to July. Newly emerging leaves are blue with a golden infusion, the cast approximates bright chartreuse, The matte-finished foliage matures blue-gray. The Blue Meadow Rue will be content in full to part sun in fertile, draining soil. Lovely in a mixed border or naturalized. Established potted Blue Meadow Rue from seed or division.


Height:

36-60 in

Spread:

24-30 in

Colors:

Soft Yellow

Zone:

5 to 7(8)
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Characteristics and Attributes for Thalictrum flavum 'Illuminator'

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Late Spring / Early Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Spring / Summer / into Autumn

Nature Attraction

  • Butterflies
  • Honey Bees & Native Bees

Light

  • Mostly Sunny
  • Full Sun

Attributes

  • Border
  • Accent
  • Cottage Garden
  • Natural Garden
  • Meadow / Field
  • Wildlife Garden

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Medium

Soil

  • Fertile
  • Draining

Origins

  • Southern Europe

Propagated By

  • Division
  • By Seed / Potted