Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans'
Meadowsweet
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Meadowsweet (Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans') - Description
Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans' is a wonderful compact version of the species. The airy plume flower heads appear pink but are really composed of tiny near white flowers with red stamens. The dark green leaves are also attractive when the plants are not in bloom. Meadowsweets are long-lived plants but they prefer moist to wet soils. Speading habit, but not invasive.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans') - Blooming
Deadheading will not promote coninuted blooming, so it is best to leave panicles on the plant.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans') - Growth
In hot climates, grow in partial shade, otherwise partial shade to full sun is good.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans') - Planting
Divide clumps in spring or fall; take root cutting in late winter or early spring, or sow seeds. Plant 1' apart and mulch around (but not within 3") of the new plants. Water until completely moist.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans') - Pest
Prone to rust, leaf spot, and powdery mildew.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans') - Interesting facts
Filipendula was once considered part of the Spiraea genus, from which aspirin gets its name. So it isn't suprising that some species of Filipendula have been used in herbal medicine and that some contain Salicin, which is an ingredient in aspirin.
Meadowsweet (Filipendula purpurea 'Elegans') - Soil and irrigation
Grow in average to rich soil that is moist but well drained. Some species may prefer boggy soil. With continued moisture, foliage will remain attractive throught the growing season.
