Meadowsweet
Deciduous shrub reaching 90-150 cm tall. Features narrow, lance-shaped leaves and upright spires of small white flowers blooming in mid to late summer. Prefers moist to wet soils and full sun to partial shade. Attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Provides cover for small wildlife. Suitable for rain gardens, wetland margins, and moist meadows. Native to eastern and central North America.
Plant Details
Bloom Colour: White
Bloom Time: Mid to Late-Summer
Sun Requirements: Sun to Part-Shade
Moisture: Moist to Wet
Phenology: Leaves emerge May. White flower clusters appear July-August. Brown seed heads persist through winter. Yellow fall color develops October.
Wildlife Value: Attracts numerous butterflies and native bees; provides cover for wetland wildlife; seeds eaten by birds
Habit Over Time: Creates a medium-sized shrub that spreads slowly through root suckers to form colonies. New stems emerge close to the parent plant, creating a dense structure that becomes more open toward the top. While it can form extensive colonies over time, the spread is gradual and manageable. Provides good winter structure.
Height: Medium to Tall (3-6 feet)