Corydalis flexuosa 'China Blue'
corydalis
Fern-like foliage, often with a bronze flush, forms a spreading mat that is topped with clusters of prominently-spurred,...
9cm pot
£11.99
available to order from autumn
3 × 9cm pots
£21.79
£35.97
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
Fern-like foliage, often with a bronze flush, forms a spreading mat that is topped with clusters of prominently-spurred, sky-blue flowers in late spring and early summer. A pretty plant for the woodland floor, or front of a partially shaded border.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Corydalis flexuosa China Blue:
Cut back stems to near ground level during November, earlier if self-seeding is a problem. Lift and divide congested colonies in the autumn.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
