Meadowsweet; Queen of the Prairie 'Red Umbrellas'
Family: Rosaceae (Rose Family)
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Hardiness Zones: 3-9
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Height: 25-30 inches
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Spread: 24-29 inches
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Bloom Time: midsummer to early fall
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Bloom: fluffy, rose-pink umbels on branching stems creating a
cloud-like appearance above foliage
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Light: sun to part shade; best with
protection from hot afternoon sun
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Soil: average; clay tolerant
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Moisture: medium, consistent; wet soil
tolerant
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Use: borders, mixed beds, rain
gardens; flowers attract butterflies and pollinators
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Care: low maintenance; cut back dead
tops in fall or spring; divide in spring
or fall as needed
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Concerns: no serious insect or disease
problems
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Native to: species native to eastern United
States
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Notes: foliage mound of large green
maple-shaped leaves with prominent purple veining; rabbit and deer resistant
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Supplier: K&A Greenhouse
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Naturalistic Garden H232
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