Meadowsweet Native Seed

Filipendula ulmaria

Other names: meadow queen, lady of the meadow

Meadowsweet, an absolute classic. You may not know this, but when you thought to yourself, "I’d quite like some wildflowers, maybe my own little meadow", you were thinking of meadowsweet. Tall, white, complex, and quintessentially British. 

Nothing makes you think more longingly of warm British summer days than meadowsweet or a film by Richard Curtis. So it will be no surprise to you that Love Actually was supposed to climax with the whole cast dancing in a field of meadowsweet, but in the editing room they all thought it was too much, too British, too perfect.

There’s been evidence of the use of meadowsweet since the Bronze Age, whether it’s flavouring mead and wine, relieving headaches from said mead or wine or just as a perfume. But who cares when it’s this beautiful.

Standing tall and resplendent, offering sweet smells of summer, and it’s easy to introduce. Meadow queen really will be the crowning glory of your garden.

How to Plant

Cheap and Easy Method:

Scatter the seeds directly onto bare soil. Clear the area of any debris and lightly rake the soil to create a loose surface. Evenly broadcast the seeds, then lightly rake again to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.

More Involved Method:

Use a terram membrane to suppress unwanted vegetation. Add a layer of soil over the membrane, sow the seeds evenly, and press them in gently.

When to Plant

Plant Meadowsweet seeds in the autumn (September to November) or early spring (March to May).

Where to Plant

Meadowsweet thrives in moist, well-drained soil and full sunlight to partial shade.

Watering Schedule

Maintain consistent moisture in the soil during the establishment phase. Once established, occasional watering may be necessary during dry periods.

Blooming Period

Meadowsweet blooms from early summer through late summer (June to August).

Expected Plant Height

Meadowsweet typically grows to a height of 60 cm to 1.5 metres.

No Grow No Fee

Minimum of 2 years post sowing before claim can be made.