Filipendula purpurea

Queen of the Prairie

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Robust herbaceous perennial with fern-like foliage and towering pink flower plumes, thriving in moist garden soils.
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Plant Details

Common Name Queen of the Prairie
Family Rosaceae
Genus Filipendula
Species Purpurea
Origin North America
Blooming Summer, tall pink plumes
Leaf Color Bright green to dark green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich loamy soil with high organic matter; moisture-retentive but well-draining

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Watering

Requires consistent moisture during growing season; does not tolerate drought well

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates part shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Apply compost annually in spring; liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth

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Pruning

Cut back to ground level after first frost or in early spring

Pest Control Aphid Powdery Mildew Slug

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-13° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
50% – 80%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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