Garden Rue Seeds - Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Garden Rue (Ruta graveolens) is an upright, branching perennial herb with blue-green, finely divided foliage and small yellow flowers. Its aromatic foliage and structured growth make it suitable for herb gardens, borders, containers, and sunny landscape areas with well-drained soil.

Features

• Upright perennial herb
• Blue-green, finely divided foliage
• Produces small yellow flowers
• Aromatic foliage
• Branching growth habit
• Suitable for herb gardens and containers
• Works well in borders and rock gardens
• Performs well in full sun

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ruta graveolens
• Common Name (US): Garden Rue
• Other Common Names: Rue, Herb-of-Grace, Common Rue
• Seed Type / Variety: Garden Rue
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching perennial herb
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Germination Time and Conditions: Approximately 14–28 days in warm, lightly moist growing media
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering
• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 2–3 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: Approximately 18–24 inches apart