Corydalis solida 'George Baker' (Fumewort)
Fumewort 'George Baker', Corydalis solida f. transsylvanica 'George Baker', Corydalis solida 'G.P. Baker', Corydalis solida subsp. solida 'George Baker'
Award-winning Corydalis solida 'George Baker' (Fumewort) is a tuberous herbaceous perennial with showy spikes of up to 20 glowing brick-red, tubular flowers in mid to late spring. They rise well above the handsome, fern-like foliage of blue-green, divided leaves. A charming little plant that is ridiculously easy to grow and is perfect for borders, rockeries or woodland areas.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows in clumps, only 6-12 in. tall and wide (15-30 cm). This plant is dormant in the summer, so there will be no more foliage or flowers.
- Best in full sun or part shade, in moderately fertile, medium to wet, well-drained soils.
- Virtually disease free. Watch for snails.
- A great perennial plant for beds and borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens or containers
- Propagate by division in the fall.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 3
– 7 |
| 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 | Corydalis - Fumeworts |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
| Height | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 3
– 7 |
| 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 | Corydalis - Fumeworts |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
| Height | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
| Spread | 6" – 1' (15cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Underplanting Roses and Shrubs |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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