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Corydalis flexuosa

Corydalis flexuosa
Fumewort, Pseudofumaria, Capnoides

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The young plant did not withstand the journey well despite suitable packaging. The only shoot was broken, I hope the plant will regenerate. I have tried to grow this plant several times without success.

Francoise, 30/05/2019

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Graden Merit
Perennial forming a lovely dense carpet of light green leaves with bright blue tubular flowers and a white base.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
30 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to October
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Description

The Corydalis flexuosa, or Chinese corydalis, is an excellent shade ground cover that forms dense mats with electric blue flowers with white bases.

A compact perennial with spreading habit, the Chinese corydalis is a hardy plant with leaves composed of three ovate and deeply cut leaflets, light green tinged with purple, 15cm (6in) long. In spring, the 4-petaled tubular flowers with a spur, bright blue with white base, 2.5cm (1in) long, are carried on slender, erect stems.

Native to wooded areas in China, Corydalis flexuosa prefers well-draining, cool and acidic soils in partially shaded positions. Avoid compact and overly moist soils. Beware, the plant goes dormant in very hot summers.

Corydalis flexuosa is ideal for rockeries, borders, shady containers or ericaceous beds paired with ferns or tiarellas.

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Corydalis flexuosa (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour blue
Flowering time April to June
Flower size 3 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 30 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Corydalis

Species

flexuosa

Family

Fumariaceae - Papaveraceae

Other common names

Fumewort, Pseudofumaria, Capnoides

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting and care

The Corydalis flexuosa should be planted in acidic, well-drained soil from September to March in a cool and shaded area. Protect the base from excessive winter moisture with a thin absorbent mulch. Sowing and division can be challenging. Keep an eye out for attacks from slugs and snails.

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to October

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Experienced
Planting density 6 per m2
Exposure Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, rich in humus

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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