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Corydalis Corydalis originate from the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere and are a genus of perennial spring and summer flowering cormous gardening plants. Leaves are fern like or ovate or linear. Flowers are pink, white, yellow or blue and are borne in racemes. Genus: Corydalis Family: Papaveraceae Species: Bulbosa Common Names: Corydalis. Classification: Tuber. Height: 20cm (8inches). Flowering: Throughout spring. These are a popular gardening plant used mainly in mixed borders and beds where they perform well. Where: Grow them in spring flowering borders or beds. They are ideal in rock gardens. Grow them in patio tubs and pots and window boxes for an exciting spring display. Grow them under trees and shrubs. Site: They prefer full sun. They also do well in partial shade. Soil: Any rich, moist but free draining soil. Best germination temperature: 70 deg F. Time from sowing to germination: 12 - 18 weeks. They are very slow at germinating, so be patient. How to sow seeds…..
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Corydalis self seed profusely, so make the most of this natural habit. Carefully dig up the self seedlings in spring and transplant them in other areas of your garden where you want them to grow. Or propagate by division in late summer or spring. |
