Bearing a whimsical cloud of tiny, dusky-pink flowers, the tall, dark stems of Thalictrum 'Anne' are bound to make an impact. Round pink buds seem to float in mid-air on the spidery stems, opening into miniature firework of creamy-yellow anthers—and the bluey-green, fern-like foliage is kissed with a purple hue, setting off floral haze beautifully. With lofty stems, they create stunning backdrop to your borders, or use this meadow-rue as a screen in the summer months to hide a secluded little nook where you can relax with a good book on long, lazy afternoons.    

Plant your Thalictrum 'Anne' in spring in a sheltered, semi-shaded position—in a soil that's moisture retentive but well-drained. Those tall, waving stems can sometimes require a little support, so a smart option is to grow it amongst mid-height perennials to provide structure, such as Panicum virgatum 'Thundercloud'.