CORYDALIS elata
Small
Shade
Blue
Fertile soil
Spring
100% Peat Free
Description
Corydalis elata
Height x Spread: 45cm x 45cm
Electric blue flowers contrast with stunning red stems and green foliage during late spring. The flowers last until early summer giving off a fantastic scent throughout.
Humus rich soil, but not soil prone to waterlogging, is needed for Corydalis elata to flourish. Dense or dappled shade will also help the plant thrive, woodland settings are perfect. This Corydalis is an ideal choice for under planting trees and shrubs in your flower beds and borders.
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