Rue
Ruta graveolens
HOW TO GROW RUE
Direct seed in Fall or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Plant out after frost. Can propagate through cuttings or layering. Soil pH 6.6-8.5. Hardiness zones 5-11. Perennial.
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Usual seed life: 2 years.
Planting Depth 1/8-1/4”
Soil Temp. Germ. 60-70˚F
Days to Germ. 10-20
Plant Spacing 36”
Row Spacing 4-5’
Days To Maturity 2-3 years
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Usual seed life: 2 years.
Planting Depth 1/8-1/4”
Soil Temp. Germ. 60-70˚F
Days to Germ. 10-20
Plant Spacing 36”
Row Spacing 4-5’
Days To Maturity 2-3 years
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
- 300 Seeds$4.10
- 3000 Seeds$24.60
Small grey-green leaves in clusters, yellow flowers. The pungent bitter leaves are used sparingly in salads and oriental dishes. Benefits circulatory system and nervous headaches, palpitations. Ingredient with honey in herbal cough syrup. Promotes onset of menstruation and uterine contractions. Flavonoids beneficial...
Small grey-green leaves in clusters, yellow flowers. The pungent bitter leaves are used sparingly in salads and oriental dishes. Benefits circulatory system and nervous headaches, palpitations. Ingredient with honey in herbal cough syrup. Promotes onset of menstruation and uterine contractions. Flavonoids beneficial as eye strengthener. Culinary herb in Mediterranean and African cuisine, strong and bitter taste, use in small quantities. Seeds are used a breakfast porridge. Rue smells wonderful in bloom. Attracts butterflies. Deters insects from roses and berries. Bad companion for sage, cabbage and basil. Also deters moths and cats. Also known as Herb of Grace. Wash hands after handling, may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction, especially on a sunny sweaty day. All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. Do not use if pregnant.
Originated in the Balkans of Southeastern Europe.
Originated in the Balkans of Southeastern Europe.
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