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Description
Filipendula Rubra, also known as Queen of the Prairie, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in various locations such as wet meadows, prairies, and along stream banks. Filipendula Rubra is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens due to its attractive flowers and foliage.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Eudicots |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Filipendula |
Appearance
Filipendula Rubra can grow up to 6 feet tall and has a spread of up to 4 feet. It has a clump-forming habit and produces large, deeply lobed leaves that are green in color. The plant blooms in early to mid-summer and produces fluffy, pink flowers that are held in large, branching clusters. The flowers have a sweet, honey-like fragrance and attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Care Guide
Water
Filipendula Rubra prefers moist soil and requires regular watering to thrive. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged, to prevent root rot.
Fertilization
Filipendula Rubra does not require heavy fertilization. However, a light application of a balanced fertilizer in the spring can help promote healthy growth and flowering.
Soil
Filipendula Rubra prefers slightly acidic, well-draining soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but performs best in moist, fertile soil.
Sunlight
Filipendula Rubra prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but may produce fewer flowers in low light conditions.
Hardiness Zones
Filipendula Rubra is hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Filipendula Rubra is relatively pest and disease resistant. However, it may be susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and powdery mildew.
Habitat
Filipendula Rubra is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, prairies, and along stream banks. It prefers moist, fertile soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Filipendula Rubra a good plant for attracting pollinators?
A: Yes, Filipendula Rubra produces sweetly scented flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Q: Can Filipendula Rubra tolerate shade?
A: Yes, Filipendula Rubra can tolerate some shade, but may produce fewer flowers in low light conditions.
Q: How often should Filipendula Rubra be watered?
A: Filipendula Rubra prefers moist soil and requires regular watering to thrive. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged, to prevent root rot.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Filipendula Rubra?
A: Filipendula Rubra is hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Related Plants
- Filipendula Ulmaria
- Filipendula Vulgaris
- Filipendula Multijuga
References
- Missouri Botanical Garden. (n.d.). Filipendula rubra. Retrieved from https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=280787&isprofile=0&basic=filipendula
- University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Horticulture. (n.d.). Filipendula rubra. Retrieved from https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/filipendula-rubra/
