Thalictrum ‘Cotton Ball’ 1Gal

Latin Name: Thalictrum 'Cotton Ball'

Common Name: Cotton Ball Meadow Rue

Zones: 5–8

Height & Spread: 38–42 inches tall, spreading 18–24 inches wide

Descriptive Features: A companion selection to the popular 'Cotton Candy,' sharing the same height and refined texture but swapping its lavender-pink flowers for clear, pure white blooms. Forms a dense, upright pillar of finely dissected, lacy green foliage that creates a neat clump at the base, adding delicate textural contrast to bolder garden companions. In early to midsummer, wispy, airy sprays of small white flowers hover atop slender, striking dark stems, creating a whimsical, cotton-ball-like cloud effect that sits balanced just above the foliage rather than on leggy, awkward stems. The tall, sturdy stems and long-lasting flowers make it an excellent choice for fresh cut arrangements. Its narrow, columnar habit is ideal for adding vertical interest to tight spaces without a large footprint. Best in average, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; performs well in full sun but also appreciates dappled part shade. Deer- and rabbit-resistant thanks to its fine, fuzzy foliage texture, and low-maintenance overall. An excellent choice for the middle or back of borders, cottage gardens, woodland edges, or narrow spaces near arbors and walls in full sun to part shade.