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Corydalis flexuosa

Chinese Corydalis

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Information by: Sunset        Photographer: Tina Olsen Binegar

 

Description

This pretty perennial grows to about 1' tall and 8" wide. It does best in shade and areas with cool summers. Flower color depends on the cultivar; flowers are tubular and dangle daintily. Leaves are lacy looking and green. It needs moist soil and normal to sandy soil to do well. This evergreen plant grows slowly but vigorously; it will not take over the garden if you divide it in the spring.

 

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Watering every day results in shallow roots.

Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).