About
A scrambling, herbaceous annual, commonly found on farmland and waste ground in the countryside, with small, deeply divided grey-green foliage. Often seen as a weed in gardens, but a food source for some insects and birds. Upright spikes of pink flowers with dark crimson red tips appear from April to October.
About the genus
Fumaria is a diverse genus of plants that may be annual, perennial, or woody. Species are cultivated for their flowers, foliage, or architectural habit and are adapted to various climatic conditions
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitTrailing
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesWildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in light, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Has the potential to become a nuisance if left unmanaged in some gardens, but can be easily removed by hand
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed. Self-seeds freely as self-fertile
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free