Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
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Thierry G.
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thierry G. • 51 FR
Thierry G.
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thierry G. • 51 FR
Thalictrum Black Stockings - Meadow-rue
Thalictrum Black Stockings
Meadow Rue
The plant received is puny and I think it will struggle to recover.
Catherine , 13/11/2025
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Description
The Thalictrum Black Stockings or meadow rue is a magnificent perennial with an upright habit. Its lavender flowers take on a soft and velvety appearance as they ripen and are carried by tall, slender brown-purple almost black stems. This is a recent introduction that is an absolute must-see.
This meadow rue native to Europe and North Asia belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. Its very bright green leaves are divided into three lobed leaflets and resemble the shape of columbine leaves. They form a highly branched bush from which brown-purple stems appear bearing a multitude of lilac to mauve flowers arranged in airy umbels. The flowers have no petals but some sepals and an impressive number of stamens in a cluster that give them an astonishing velvety texture reminiscent of Ageratum houstonianum or Eupatorium coelestinum.
The visual experience creates tactile flowers which becomes irresistible to caress. This Thalictrum particularly enjoys moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter. It thrives in the sun but will reach its full potential in partial shade. With its 1 metre (3 feet) height, 45 cm (18in) spread, and contrasting colours, it adds volume and verticality to lightly shaded or semi-shaded beds.
In the company of asters, Japanese anemones, and bleeding hearts, Thalictrum Black Stocking will produce beautiful flowers during a large part of summer. You can enhance the shady and slightly damp areas of the garden by creating a pleasant haven of moisture.
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Botanical data
Thalictrum
Black Stockings
Ranunculaceae
Meadow Rue
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Thalictrum particularly thrives in moist, well-drained soils that are rich in organic matter. It enjoys sunny (not scorching) locations but will reach its full potential in partial shade. Easy to grow and highly hardy, they require minimal maintenance. Every 3 or 4 years, you can divide the clump and annually add some compost to it.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.