Squirrel Corn, Bicuculla canadensis, Dielytra canadensis
Native to eastern and central North America, Dicentra canadensis (Squirrel Corn) is a clump-forming, tuberous perennial forming a ravishing clump of lacy, smooth blue-green, finely cut leaves. In mid to late spring, gracefully arching stems are adorned with terminal clusters of 4-8 fragrant, white, heart-shaped flowers, 1/2 in. long (1 cm). The blossoms dangle like porcelain earrings above the foliage. Squirrel Corn becomes dormant and dies down soon after flowering. It is a delightful early spring garden companion, adding ephemeral spring color and fragrance to the shade garden.
Hardiness |
3 - 7 |
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Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Papaveraceae |
Genus | Dicentra |
Common names | Squirrel Corn |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) |
Height |
8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
Spread |
8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Midwest, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Northeast, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Southeast, Tennessee, United States, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin |
Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
Hardiness |
3 - 7 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Papaveraceae |
Genus | Dicentra |
Common names | Squirrel Corn |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) |
Height |
8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
Spread |
8" - 1' (20cm - 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Midwest, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Northeast, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Southeast, Tennessee, United States, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin |
Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Ground Covers, Underplanting Roses And Shrubs |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
How many Dicentra canadensis (Squirrel Corn) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Dicentra canadensis (Squirrel Corn) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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