Rue is an evergreen cold-hardy perennial herb reaching 1-3 feet at maturity and is ideal for short hedges or borders.
Fragrant lacy bluish-green foliage bears small yellow flowers in summer which attract the Giant Swallowtail Butterfly.
The citronella oil in the plant deters cats.
Used in ancient herbal medicine as a warming herb and an antispasmodic.
Rue has limited culinary use due to its strong bitter flavor.
CAUTION: Can be toxic when taken internally.
Handling the fresh herb can cause skin irritation, and be harmful to pregnant women.
Rue is easy to grow, and suitable for dry, sunny, xeriscape areas.
Requires little water, and is heat and drought tolerant.
150 Seeds
Zones: 4 - 9
Water: Low/Moderate
Light: Full Sun/Part Shade
Sow indoors 10-12 weeks before the last frost. Sow outdoors after danger of frost. Soil Temp: 65-75°F. Planting Depth 1/8“. Plant Spacing 8-18“. Keep soil moist until established. Drought tolerant when established.
Seeds are for the current and following growing seasons.
Growing instructions and plant Images are included on the seed envelope. Seeds are stored in environmental conditions that promote seed life (Dark/Dry/Cool).
