Meadowsweet
Filipendula ulmaria
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A tall perennial with feathery, creamy-white flower plumes and aromatic compound leaves. Thrives in moist conditions and partial shade, making it ideal for borders and naturalized areas.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe and Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Aurea' features golden foliage in spring; 'Variegata' has cream-striped leaves. Both are grown primarily for ornamental foliage rather than the standard form's abundant flowers.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A tall perennial with feathery, creamy-white flower plumes and aromatic compound leaves. Thrives in moist conditions and partial shade, making it ideal for borders and naturalized areas.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Meadowsweet grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe and Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Aurea' features golden foliage in spring; 'Variegata' has cream-striped leaves. Both are grown primarily for ornamental foliage rather than the standard form's abundant flowers.