Thalictrum ichangense Evening Star (Meadow Rue)
Exotic-looking, Thalictrum ichangense ‘Evening Star’ (Meadow Rue) is a small herbaceous perennial with particularly attractive foliage. Held on wiry stems, olive, tan, copper, and red-brown leaflets are adorned with a pretty silver starburst. Airy, sprays of lavender flowers float over the foliage from late spring through summer. A lovely woodland and shade container perennial.
Exotic-looking, Thalictrum ichangense 'Evening Star' (Meadow Rue) is a small herbaceous perennial with particularly attractive foliage. Held on wiry stems, olive, tan, copper, and red-brown leaflets are adorned with a pretty silver starburst. Airy, sprays of lavender flowers float over the foliage from late spring through summer. A lovely woodland and shade container perennial.
- Grows up to 10-12 in. tall (25-30 cm) and 8-10 in. wide (20-25 cm).
- Thrives in average, moist, well-drained soils in part to full shade.
- Fits beautifully in any bed, border, or container.
- Generally pest and disease free.
- Cut back after flowering, and it will flower again.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 5 – 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Thalictrum – Meadow Rues |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 8" – 10" (20cm – 25cm) |
| Spacing | 10″ (25cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |