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Corydalis scouleri (Scouler's fumeroot)

Corydalis scouleri Photo/Illustration: Robin B. Cushman


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Corydalis scouleri Common Name: Scouler's fumeroot Genus: Corydalis
This species has tiers of lacy foliage that form broad clumps, 3 feet high by 3 feet wide. Its hot pink flowers bloom from May to July.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Native to western North America, where it spreads to form dense colonies in moist soil and partially shaded sites.
 Care: Thrives in damp shade.
 Propagation: Sow seed when fresh; germination may be erratic; divide in fall.
 Problems: Downy mildew, rust, aphids, slugs, snails; spider mites indoors.
Height 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Growth Habit Spreads
Growth Pace Moderate Grower
Light Part Shade Only
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Native; Showy Flowers
Bloom Time Early Summer; Summer
Flower Color Pink Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Naturalizing, Waterside
Seasonal Interest , Spring Interest, Summer Interest
Type ,Perennials

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