RUE Plants - Herb-of-grace, 3'Pot

Mature Rue Plants gracefully grow in front of a white trunk Paper Birch. Pink Lemonade Thyme carpets the ground underneath.

This perennial herb, commonly called "Herb of Grace," is evergreen and adaptable, making it an excellent choice for any herb garden. It can also be used for creating hedges and in knot gardens. The plant's base turns woody over time, but the tips remain herbaceous and produce yellow flowers by mid-summer.
As a medicinal herb, Garden Rue herb has been used to rid the body of worms. It is antispasmodic and used to treat intestinal cramps. As a culinary herb, fresh leaves are used to flavor meats, cheese, and eggs. It has a rather bitter taste that goes well with acidic flavors and is used in pickling.
How To Grow : Rue thrives best in full sun, requiring a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight each day, and prefers well-drained soil, including rocky or dry conditions. This herb is drought-resistant, so watering is necessary only during extended dry periods. Sow rue seeds or transplant nursery seedlings in spring once soil temperatures reach approximately 70°F.
Herb Specifications
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5 - 11
Height: 18 - 24 inches
Bloom Season: Mid summer
Bloom Color: Yellow
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Poor, dry, well-drained, sandy soils