Rue

Ruta graveolens

Rue plant leaves have a strong, bitter taste, but they are edible. They’re typically used as a condiment to flavor various foods and as a tea. They may be used sparingly raw or dried for use as a seasoning. Rue plants are useful for repelling insects and can be grown as a companion plant for roses and raspberries. Host plant for Swallowtail butterflies.

 

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Product Description

Sun Exposure:
Sun/ Pt Sun

Flower Color:
Yellow

Height:
2-3 Feet

Width:
2-3 Feet

Characteristics:
* Use In Cooking
* Host Plant For Black Swallowtail, Anise Swallowtail & Giant Swallowtail

Soil:
Moist, Well Drained

Zone:
4-11