Filipendula purpurea | Japanese Purple Meadowsweet
DESCRIPTION
Filipendula purpurea is a perennial herb native to Japan. This plant is recognized for its upright clusters of small, fragrant, pink to reddish-purple flowers that bloom in early to mid-summer, creating a feathery appearance. The blooms are complemented by deeply lobed, dark green leaves that add a lush backdrop to the vibrant flowers.
Japanese Purple Meadowsweet thrives in moist, well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. Its attractive floral display and foliage make it a popular choice for garden borders and naturalistic planting schemes. Beyond its ornamental appeal, Filipendula purpurea is valued for its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing the ecological health of garden spaces.
DESCRIPTION
Filipendula purpurea is a perennial herb native to Japan. This plant is recognized for its upright clusters of small, fragrant, pink to reddish-purple flowers that bloom in early to mid-summer, creating a feathery appearance. The blooms are complemented by deeply lobed, dark green leaves that add a lush backdrop to the vibrant flowers.
Japanese Purple Meadowsweet thrives in moist, well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. Its attractive floral display and foliage make it a popular choice for garden borders and naturalistic planting schemes. Beyond its ornamental appeal, Filipendula purpurea is valued for its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing the ecological health of garden spaces.
DESCRIPTION
Filipendula purpurea is a perennial herb native to Japan. This plant is recognized for its upright clusters of small, fragrant, pink to reddish-purple flowers that bloom in early to mid-summer, creating a feathery appearance. The blooms are complemented by deeply lobed, dark green leaves that add a lush backdrop to the vibrant flowers.
Japanese Purple Meadowsweet thrives in moist, well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. Its attractive floral display and foliage make it a popular choice for garden borders and naturalistic planting schemes. Beyond its ornamental appeal, Filipendula purpurea is valued for its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing the ecological health of garden spaces.
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Family: Rosaceae
Height: 3 to 4 feet
Width: 2 to 2.5 feet
Foliage Color: Green; leaves resemble maple leaves
Flower Color: Bright pink
Bloom Time: June to July
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Prefers moist, well-drained soil; keep well-watered
Maintenance: Low; suitable for naturalizing and rain gardens
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 4-9
Wildlife Attractors: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
