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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