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Corydalis linstowiana

Corydalis linstowiana Photo/Illustration: Dan Hinkley


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Corydalis linstowiana Genus: Corydalis
This species produces copious purplish-blue flowers in spring and fall. It has light green ferny leaves with a mid-rib of silver.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Biennial, but self-seeds in abundance. 
 Care: Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
 Propagation: Sow seed when fresh; germination may be erratic; divide in fall.
 Problems: Downy mildew, rust, aphids, slugs, snails; spider mites indoors.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Part Shade Only
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Fragrant Flowers; Self Seeds; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Early Spring; Fall; Late Spring; Spring
Flower Color Blue Flower; Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Naturalizing, Suitable as Annual
Style , Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest , Spring Interest, Fall Interest
Type ,Annuals

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