Filipendula ulmaria
A meadowsweet native to European wet meadows and stream sides forming substantial clumps with fragrant creamy-white flower plumes. The divided foliage creates attractive mounds. Prefers consistently moist to wet conditions. The flowers have sweet fragrance.
Suitable for bog gardens, stream banks, and consistently moist borders. Native to Europe and Asia in wet habitats. The fragrant plumes attract pollinators. Historically used medicinally. The substantial clumps create bold presence in moist sites. Tolerates standing water better than many perennials.
Growing Conditions
Light: full sun to part shade
Moisture: wet
Soil: moist to wet
Hardiness zone: 3
Maintenance: low to moderate
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 120
Spread (cm): 80
Habit: upright clump
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: June–Aug
Seasonal interest: summer bloom; fragrant plumes; bold foliage
Foliage: green
Flower: creamy white
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: pollinators
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: bog gardens; stream banks; wet meadows; moist borders
Features: fragrant creamy plumes; divided foliage; wet meadows native; substantial clumps; moisture-loving; European native
Notes: native European wet meadows; fragrant flowers; tolerates standing water; historically medicinal