Ruta Graveolens (rue)

The lobed, blueish green foliage and small yellow flowers are attractive when planted in a large grouping. The foliage is useful as an insect repellent and the seed pods make nice dried flowers. Some people find the leaves to be a skin irritant when handled in sunlight.

woody or semiwoody
height x width 3 x1½'
USDA Zones 5-9