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Early Meadow-rue

Thalictrum dioicum

Early meadow-rue is a delicate woodland plant whose dangling, tassel-like flowers and lacy columbine-like foliage catch the light in spring. Deer-resistant and airy for shade.

Family
Ranunculaceae
Type
wildflower
Lifespan
perennial
Height
1–2.5 ft
Spacing
1–1.5 ft apart
Light
part shade, shade
Soil moisture
moist
Soil pH
neutral, acidic
Bloom
April, May
Bloom colors
green, yellow
Wildlife value
pollinators, larval host
Landscape uses
border
Native states
CT, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WI, WV