Common
name: "Meadowsweet" or "Queen of
the Meadow"
Latin name: Filipendula ulmaria
Native
to: Europe & W. Asia
Zone: 3 - 9
Winter hardy: Yes
Water depth: Bog plant
Flowers: Yes, June - July
Height: 24" - 36"
Spread: 18" - 24"
Pests: Powdery mildew
Sunshine:
Pictured: Filipendula
ulmaria 'Variegata'
Photo:
Missouri Botanic Gardens
Cultural
information: "Meadowsweet" is a clump
forming perennial with Maple like ferny leaves. It produces
clusters of dense white flowers held high above the plant. Plant
in full sun to partial shade in fertile boggy or moist soil. When
grown in full sun... keep an eye out for Spider mites.
