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  • RUTA
    RUTA
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    RUTA

    Commonly known as Rue

    Genus of 11 species of deciduous or evergreen shrubs, subshrubs and woody-based herbaceous perennials occurring in dry, rocky habitats in the Canary Islands, the Mediterranean region, northeastern Africa and southwestern Asia.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      CAUTION. Can cause photodermatitis on contact.
    • Place of origin
      Canary Islands, Mediterranean, northeastern Africa, southwestern Asia.
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Evergreen
    • Dwarf shrub
      Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    • Scented foliage
    • severely toxic to skin with sunlight
      People & pets
    View Planting Tips and Care Advice

    varieties

    RUTA graveolens
    Aromatic, grey-green, pinnate leaves. Yellow flowers
     
    1.5 to 2 Litre
    £13.50

    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet
    £12.00
    Unavailable
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