Fumewort 'Blue Heron', Fumitory 'Blue Heron', Corydalis 'Blue Heron'
Noted for its incredibly dark blue flowers, Corydalis curviflora subsp. rosthornii ‘Blue Heron’ (Fumewort) is a showy, erect perennial forming an attractive mound of lacy, highly divided, blue-green leaves. From late spring to mid-summer, large, very fragrant, sapphire blue flowers are produced atop stunning red stems above the foliage, creating a remarkable contrast. Easy to grow, this Fumewort goes summer dormant in hot areas but can bloom right through to late fall in cool summer areas. Perfect for the shade garden.
Hardiness |
6 - 8 |
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Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Papaveraceae |
Genus | Corydalis |
Common names | Corydalis, Fumewort |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid) |
Height | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Spread | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Spacing | 10" (25cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Full Shade, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
Hardiness |
6 - 8 |
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Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Papaveraceae |
Genus | Corydalis |
Common names | Corydalis, Fumewort |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid) |
Height | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Spread | 8" - 10" (20cm - 25cm) |
Spacing | 10" (25cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Tolerance | Full Shade, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Corydalis curviflora subsp. rosthornii ‘Blue Heron’ (Fumewort) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Corydalis curviflora subsp. rosthornii ‘Blue Heron’ (Fumewort) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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