Rue Herb Live Plant Ruta graveolens | 3.5-Inch Pot | Ready to Plant

About This Plant

Rue, also known as Ruta graveolens, is a perennial herb valued for its aromatic blue-green foliage. This young, established plant is grown as an ornamental, culinary, and traditional herb. It features drought tolerance and easy care, thriving in herb gardens, containers, borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Each pot may contain 1–3 plants for a fuller display.

What You Will Receive

1 live Rue herb plant (may contain 1–3 plants per 3.5-inch nursery pot). Healthy, rooted plant shipped in a 3.5-inch nursery pot and ready for planting or transplanting. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Rue, Herb of Grace, Ruda
• Botanical Name: Ruta graveolens
• Plant Type: Perennial herb
• Growth Stage: Young established plant
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-draining soil
• Watering: Low to moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings once established
• Mature Height: 2–3 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip: Plant in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Avoid excessive watering. Wear gloves when handling the plant, as sap may irritate skin in some individuals, especially in sunlight.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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