I love the Meadow Rues and Purple Meadow Rue is no exception. It is such a unique statement plant to have in your garden. It is the host plant to 15 species of butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org). It has attractive foliage, tassel-like flowers, and does not seem too bothered by deer.
Photo credit: Joshua Mayer
I love the Meadow Rues and Purple Meadow Rue is no exception. It is such a unique statement plant to have in your garden. It is the host plant to 15 species of butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org). It has attractive foliage, tassel-like flowers, and does not seem too bothered by deer.
Photo credit: Joshua Mayer
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full, Partial
Soil Moisture: Medium-wet, Medium
Height: 3-7 feet
Plant Spacing: 2-3 feet
Bloom Time: June-July
Bloom Color: Cream
Advantages: Bird Favorite, Deer Resistant
Host plant for: 15 species of butterflies and moths use this as a caterpillar host plant in our area (nwf.org)
