Rue (medicinal herb)

Rue (medicinal herb)

$0.50

Ruta graveolens

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • evergreen, upright perennial to 50cm
  • highly aromatic leaves
  • can be used to deter insects

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Rue is a perennial, evergreen, upright plant to 50cm. It will grow in part-shade. The bluish-green leaves have an aromatic, orange-like scent when lightly brushed; strong, musky scent when crushed. The leaves can be used as an insect repellent. The small yellow flowers have very little scent. Prune the plant after flowering.
Rue is edible but has gone out of fashion due to the bitter flavour.

Additional information

Best By

Apr-26

germination rate - current stock

20% (Sept 2025)

Packet Quantity

20 seeds

Lifecycle

perennial

Sowing Months

September; October; November

Method

raise seedlings

Depth to Sow

5mm

Germination

7-21 days

Distance Apart

50cm

Harvest

110 days