Queen of the PrairieFilipendula rubra
Queen of the Prairie or Meadowsweet is a clump-forming perennial that grows in damp meadows and prefers areas with fluctuating water levels. It was introduced to North America from Europe and has become naturalized.
USDA symbol: FIRU2
General Information
| Plant Type | Forb |
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| Height | 5 feet |
| Light Exposure | Sun |
| Soil Moisture | Medium |
| Bloom Color | Pink |
Tolerances
| Flooding / Inundation Tolerance | Moderate |
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| General Resilience | 5 |
| Salt Tolerance | Medium |
| Stress Tolerance | Acidic Conditions |
Pollinator Value: High
| Bloom Months | August |
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Project Planning
| Project Type | Rain Garden, Shoreline Buffer |
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| Coefficient of Conservatism | 9 |
| Herbivore Sensitivity | Low |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Rate of Spread | Fast |
| Soil Stabilization | Shallow |
Range
| County | St. Louis |
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