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Venusta's Meadowsweet Filipendula rubra 'Venusta' | Fragrant White Blooms | Attracts Pollinators | Hardy Perennial for Moist Gardens 2 Gallon

Venusta's Meadowsweet Filipendula rubra 'Venusta' | Fragrant White Blooms | Attracts Pollinators | Hardy Perennial for Moist Gardens 2 Gallon

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Venusta's Meadowsweet (Filipendula rubra 'Venusta')

Description

A vibrant, hardy perennial known for its lush clusters of fragrant white flowers and graceful foliage. Native to wet meadows, it thrives in moist, well-drained soils and provides a striking display in summer.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for pond edges, rain gardens, native plant landscapes, and shaded garden beds. Its attractive blooms attract pollinators and add natural beauty to wild or formal settings.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Filipendula rubra 'Venusta'
  • Common Name: Venusta's Meadowsweet
  • Size & Growth: Reaches 3-4 ft tall with a spread of 2-3 ft
  • Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous, lobed leaves
  • Bloom Time: Summer (June to August)
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
  • Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, when given ample moisture
  • Deer Resistant: Moderate
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: Yes, lightly scented
  • Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements
  • Grows Well With: Native grasses and aquatic plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in moist, rich soil, maintaining consistent moisture.
  • Soil Moisture: Consistently moist; avoid drought stress.
  • Soil Type: Loamy, organic soil
  • Humidity: Prefers moist, humid conditions
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers and dead foliage in late fall
  • Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones for root protection
  • Planting Depth: Fairly shallow; root crown should be level with soil surface
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer early spring and mid-summer
  • Special Care: Keep soil moist; mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
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