Description

Rue
Ruta graveolen

Perennial. Sub-shrub, 50 to 70 cm high. Yellow flowers all summer long. Strong odor. Repels many insects as well as cats and squirrels. Toxic plant, avoid contact with skin.

Full sun to part shade, well drained soil. Direct sowing after the last frost or indoor sowing 4 to 6 weeks before. 6mm deep and 30 cm apart. Soak seeds 24 hours before sowing. Hardiness zone 4.

Germination: 60% in December 2025
Ecological seeds produced at Catherine’s Ornamental Garden.