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Exposurepartial sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Corydalis elata
Corydalis elata
Flower Color
Description
A vigorous clump-forming perennial with divided, semi-evergreen foliage. Fragrant, deep blue flowers to 2.5cm long with purple-flushed spurs are borne in dense clusters on upright stems from spring into summer
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-9
Fragrance
Flower
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenLow MaintenanceGround coverFlower borders and bedsUnderplanting of roses and shrubs