Easy to grow

meadowsweet

Filipendula ulmaria 'Aurea'

Overview

Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria 'Aurea') is an amazing plant species for its unique and breathtaking beauty. Its bright yellow flowers are the star of the show, contrasting beautifully with its glaucous grey-green foliage. This plant is unmistakable in the meadow and is a lovely addition to any garden. It thrives in damp areas, tolerating full sun or shade and is a prime pollinator attractor. It also has interesting fragrant foliage that helps to repel insects, so it's a great choice for organic gardening. Meadowsweet is botanically beautiful and an essential part of any garden oasis.

Care Guide

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Watering

When it comes to watering, Meadowsweet likes to get soaked 1-2 times a week depending on the weather. During hot summer months, it is important to provide enough water so the soil does not dry out completely, as this can cause the leaves to wilt and the flowers to fade. Be careful not to over water, however, as this can cause root rot or other diseases.

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Light

Meadowsweet does best when receiving at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. It can still be grown in partial shade, but it's likely that the overall flowering will be reduced. If planted in a sunny spot, it should be given adequate air circulation to help it remain healthy.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 3–8.

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Pruning

Meadowsweet should be pruned in late winter or early spring before the plant begins to sprout buds. Prune back a third of the overall growth and remove any weak, dead, or damaged branches. Additionally, when pruning meadowsweet plants, always prune to an outward-facing bud in order to encourage outward growth of branches. Pruning more than a third of growth can weaken the plant and delay flowering.

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Propagation

Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation

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