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Corydalis flexuosa (Blue corydalis)

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Skill rating Beginner
skill rating
Ultimate spread 0.5m
max. spread
Ultimate height 0.3m
max. height
Time to maturity 2-5 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Corydalis flexuosa

Other names: Blue corydalis


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Genus: Corydalis

Species: C. flexuosa - C. flexuosa is a mound-forming, late summer-dormant perennial with shiny, divided light green leaves.

Corydalis flexuosa is: Deciduous

Flower: White, Bright-blue in Spring; Bright-blue, White in Summer

Foliage: Purple, Blue-green in Spring; Blue-green, Purple in Summer

Habit: Erect

Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)

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Specific pests: Slugs , Snails

Diseases: Generally disease-free.

General care

Propagation methods: Division, Seed. REGISTER to read more...


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Corydalis flexuosa (Blue corydalis) will reach a height of 0.3m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.


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Suggested uses: Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders, Rock, Underplanting, Wildflower

Cultivation: Plant in moderately fertile, humus-rich soil.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Partial Shade Match unknown
Aspect: North, South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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