Filipendula Rubra 'Venusta'

Meadowsweet 'Venusta'

Filipendula rubra ‘Venusta’ — commonly called Queen of the Prairie — is a tall, clump-forming perennial valued for its bold presence and airy, showy blooms. It forms a substantial mound of large, deeply lobed green foliage, topped in early to mid-summer by broad, fluffy plumes of soft pink flowers that create a cloud-like effect above the plant. The blooms add height, texture, and movement to the garden, especially in moist or naturalized settings.

Mature Size:
Width: 3–5 ft
Height: 4–6 ft

USDA Zones: 3a–8b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (prefers some afternoon shade in hot climates)
Soil: Moist to wet, rich soils; tolerant of clay
Water: High; requires consistently moist conditions

Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Upright, clumping perennial with a bold, architectural habit
Large pink flower plumes provide a soft, airy display
Excellent for rain gardens, pond edges, and naturalized plantings
Native plant that supports pollinators
Adds height and texture to borders and moist landscapes

Maintenance:
Cut back after flowering or in late fall
Divide every few years to maintain vigor
Keep soil consistently moist; does not tolerate drought

Branding: Commonly sold without a specific brand designation

Plant type

Perennial

Height

4-6'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Clay, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Mass Planting, Specimen

Shape

Clump, Upright

Drought tolerant

No