Thalictrum aquilegifolium

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Columbine Meadow Rue

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

Dainty, little flowers are held above the lacy, blue-green foliage in panicles which look like clouds of lavender. Foliage has a ferny affect in the garden.

Height

24-36 Inches

Spread

30-36 Inches

Color

Pink/Red

Interesting Notes

'Thalictrum' is related to the Greek word that means abundance or good cheer.

Bloom Time

May-June

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

This plant appreciates afternoon sun.

When to Divide

early spring or fall

Good Companions

Monkshood (Aconitum x), Goat's Beard (Aruncus dioicus), False Spirea (Astilbe x japonica), Variegated Japanese Sedge (Carex oshimensis), Turtle Head (Chelone lyonii), Cinnamon Fern (Osmunda cinnamomea), Plantain Lily (Hosta ), Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica), Shavalski's Ligularia (Ligularia przewalskii), Globe Flower (Trollius europaeus)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses

•	Cut Flowers

Exposure

•	Partial Shade

Foliage Color

•	Blue-Green

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•	Summer
•	Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

•	Summer
•	Fall
•	Spring

Soil Moisture Preference

•	Rich
•	Moist