Rue Herb Seeds For Planting (Ruta graveolens)
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basic information
Rue (Ruta graveolens) is a perennial herb with a strong, distinctive aroma and bitter taste. Its vibrant, blue-green leaves add ornamental appeal to gardens. Traditionally used in culinary dishes for flavoring, rue is also valued in herbal remedies for its potential medicinal properties, including digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits. Caution is advised, as it can cause skin irritation and should be used sparingly. Perfect for adding unique flavor and visual interest to your herb collection.
Seed Count
200 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: Rue herbs can be started indoors, 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. Start in cowpots for easy transplanting with little root shock. Direct sow or transplant when temperatures are at least 65f. Wear gloves if pruning the plant due to skin irritation.
SEED PREP
No special preparation required.
SOWING DEPTH
Surface sow
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full sunlight
SOIL CONDITIONS
Adaptable to most soils
MOISTURE NEEDS
Lightly water as needed
GERMINATION
7 to 21 days
PLANT HEIGHT
18 to 24 inches
PLANT WIDTH
Up to 24 inches
PLANT SPACING
18 to 24 inches
REPELS INSECTS
Japanese beetles, mosquitoes, cats
HERB USES
Medicinal uses
SEASON
Perennial
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Ruta graveolens
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Can be stubborn to germinate.
PLANT SETTING
Grow in pots to save space
