Corydalis aff. smithiana — Clump forming

Overview

Corydalis aff. smithiana is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Corydalis, part of the Papaveraceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Corydalis aff. smithiana grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock garden, patio and container plants, cottage and informal garden, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.

About

Corydalis aff. smithiana is a clump-forming cultivar of the Corydalis genus, which comprises annuals, biennials, and perennials with tuberous or rhizomatous growth. This plant features deciduous or evergreen foliage and produces racemes of spurred, tubular flowers in spring. It thrives in partial shade on moist but well-drained loam soils with a range of pH levels, from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H5, it suits various garden settings including rock gardens, flower borders, and underplanting of roses and shrubs, and can be propagated by division or seed sown as soon as ripe.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Corydalis

Sunlight: Partial shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Corydalis aff. smithiana size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous, Evergreen
Suggested uses: Rock garden, Patio and container plants, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs