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Meadowsweet

Filipendula ulmaria

Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) is a perennial herb known for its fragrant, creamy-white flower clusters and feathery foliage. Growing up to 4 feet tall, it thrives in moist, well-draining soil and partial to full sun, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, meadows, or near ponds. Blooming in midsummer, Meadowsweet attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies. Historically valued for its medicinal properties, it adds both beauty and biodiversity to naturalistic gardens.

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Plant Data
Growing Instructions
Plant Data
Zones:  3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Growth Cycle:  Perennial
Light:  Full Sun, Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Needs:  Moderate, Moderate to High, High
Color: 
Soil:  Loam, Clay, Peaty
Growth Rate:  Fast to Moderate, Moderate
Maturity - (Vegetables Only): 
Edible:  Yes, with caution.
Height:  Up to 4 Feet
Evergreen:  No
Special Features:  Attracts Pollinators, Flowering, Fragrant, Groundcover, Medicinal, Dried Flowers,Cut Flowers,Cold Hardy,Self Seeding
Warnings:  Uknown - Let us Know
Growing Instructions
How to Germinate Meadowsweet

How to Germinate Meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria)

  • Sow Meadowsweet seeds directly outdoors in fall or early spring, as they benefit from a period of cold stratification.
  • If starting indoors, stratify the seeds by placing them in a moist medium in the refrigerator for 4-6 weeks before sowing.
  • Plant seeds on the soil surface and press them down lightly. Do not cover them deeply, as they need light to germinate.
  • Maintain a soil temperature of 60-70°F (15-21°C) for optimal germination, which typically takes 21-30 days.
  • Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the germination period.
  • Once seedlings have 2-3 sets of true leaves, transplant them outdoors, spacing them about 12-24 inches apart to accommodate their mature size.

Additional Tips

  • Meadowsweet prefers partial shade to full sun and thrives in moist, well-draining soil, making it an excellent choice for wet areas in the garden.
  • Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist.
  • Apply mulch around the base of the plants to retain moisture and control weed growth.
  • Deadhead spent flowers to promote additional blooming and maintain a tidy appearance.
  • In late fall, cut back the plants to the ground to prepare them for winter and encourage vigorous growth in the spring.
Meadowsweet

Meadowsweet

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