Does Rue Grow Wild?

Ruta graveolens has become naturalized and grows wild in many states, including Texas, North Carolina, Alabama and California. Rue grows reliably from fresh seed, so buy seeds marked for this year.

Is rue plant invasive?

This plant has become an invasive plant in parts of the country and difficult to eradicate. Domesticated Rue has fallen out of use in today's cooking primarily because our taste preferences and choices have changed.

Where does rue plant grow?

Rue grows best in well-drained soil and will even grow in rocky, dry soil where other plants struggle to survive. Rue requires full sun to grow and is drought tolerant so it rarely needs watered.