fumewort
Corydalis solida
RHS AGM 2000
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles partial shade to full shade
WaterHandles moderate or wet soil
Size6 to 12 inches tall6 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Purplish red
Notes
Fumewort (Corydalis solida) is a perennial for shade gardens, woodland edges, and spring color. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes part to full shade and average to wet soil. It grows 6 to 12 inches tall and wide. Purplish red flowers open in mid to late spring.
Pairs well with Lady in Red lady fern, Bergenia, and Deciduous azalea.
Native range
Central and western Asia and Europe.