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Thalictrum flavum 'Illuminator'
Meadow Rue
Plant Type:
SUN PERENNIALSThalictrum 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.
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