Product Review
Rue (Ruta graveolens) - Rue is a small evergreen perennial herb which reaches 18 to 24 inches tall and almost as wide. The stems become woody near the base, but remain herbaceous nearer the tips. Rue has 3 to 5 inch long leaves which have oblong or spoon shaped segments. They are somewhat fleshy and usually covered with a powdery bloom. The sea green foliage has a strong, pungent, rather unpleasant scent when bruised. Rue gets small clusters of yellow flowers near midsummer, held well above the foliage and often covering most of the plant. Rue grows best in full sun and thrives in poor sandy soils, and hot, dry sites. Of over the very few herbs that can boast this claim. Water new plantings regularly. Once it gets established, rue is quite drought tolerant. Mulch rue heavily in the winter months in the north where winters can be long and cold. Rue is an attractive standout in the herb garden. It's often included in herb gardens since its leaves are used sparingly in salads and oriental dishes. Rue responds well to pruning and can be shaped into a rounded mass and used in borders and beds as well as the herb garden. Prune back rue to the old wood in spring to encourage bushiness. An attractive container plant, rue is often grown in a pot on the patio or on a sunny windowsill. The rue herb plant requires good drainage to prevent root fungus problems.
- VERSATILE & DENSE PERENNIAL HERB: Our rue seeds for planting is a hardy, evergreen perennial herb that serves as an ornamental plant, culinary addition with various benefits. Our plant stands at a stunning height of 8-24 inches and produces lush, vibrant yellow blooms in mid-summer, making it a lovely addition to herb gardens, knot gardens, and landscapes.
- POLLINATOR-FRIENDLY: Our rue herb seeds variety pack is a pollinator magnet, attracting bees, butterflies, and caterpillars to your garden, supporting growing wildlife and encouraging a healthy habitat. Its vibrant flower bulbs provide a beneficial food source for our important pollinators throughout the summer.
- EASY TO GROW AND MAINTAIN: Our rue herb plants is suitable in full sun and are easy to plant. Just sow at a rate of 2-3 seeds per plant using poor, dry, well-drained, sandy soils with 18 inches spacing at 68F to germinate for 7-14 days making it ideal for tough garden spots. Our resilient herb requires little maintenance once established, making it the perfect herb seeds for planting outdoors.
- CULINARY AND TRADITIONAL USES: Our seeds for planting herbs fresh leaves have a bitter flavor that pairs well with zesty foods like pickles, meats, and cheeses. Historically, it has also been used for its beneficial properties for digestive support and comfort, making it a valuable herb seed pack for both the kitchen and traditional uses.
- DETERS INVASIVE PLANTS AND INSECTS: Suitable in weather condition areas under USDA Zones 5-11, our rue plant also acts as a natural deterrent for unwanted invasive plants and animals with their strong scent, helping to maintain your herb garden naturally. Making it the perfect choice of herb planting seeds for wildlife-prone areas.
