Madder (Rubia peregina) plug plants
Price range: £1.55 through £3.95
Madder (Rubia peregina) is a fast-growing herbaceous perennial with sprawling stems and lance-shaped, dark green leaves. From June to July, it produces clusters of small, star-shaped yellowish flowers that attract pollinators. The plant thrives in well-drained soils and sunny locations, making it suitable for meadows, borders, and naturalistic plantings. Rubia peregina also has historical significance as a source of natural red dye, adding both ecological and cultural interest.
Our Madder plug plants for sale are priced per plant. This product has a minimum quantity of 10 plug plants. For orders over 500 plug plants please contact us.
All our plants are native British wildflowers grown in Peat-free compost in our sustainable nursery.
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Plant Madder in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade ,providing a trellis or support for its climbing habit if needed ,and harvest its roots in late autumn for natural dyeing purposes. |
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