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Thalictrum dioicum

early meadow rue

The flowers of early meadow rue appear at about the same time as Trillium, but provide a totally different affect. The delicate flowers lend a lacey texture to the spring garden. Though the flowers aren't in-your-face showy, they do lend a delicate textural element to the spring garden.

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Height: 12-36 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Part Shade
• Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
• Average
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Host Plant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Dioecious (fruits only on female plants)
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Massing


North American Distribution


early meadow rue - Thalictrum dioicum from Native Plant Trust
early meadow rue - Thalictrum dioicum from Native Plant Trust
early meadow rue - Thalictrum dioicum from Native Plant Trust