Queen Of The Prairie
Filipendula rubra
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
high
Size
36"–72" H × 24"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul
Native to
IA, IL, IN, KY and 12 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Queen of the prairie is a tall native perennial that produces impressive fluffy pink flower plumes in early summer. This moisture-loving plant forms substantial clumps and works well in rain gardens or naturally wet areas where other plants struggle.
In an HOA neighborhood
Queen Of The Prairie takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very tall height appears too wild for most front yards
- Requires consistently moist soil which may look unkempt
- Large spread can appear uncontrolled in formal settings
Wildlife value
The showy summer blooms attract bees and butterflies, providing an important nectar source during peak growing season.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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