Photo of Corydalis cheilanthifolia flower, foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Corydalis cheilanthifolia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 10"-16"
  • W: 20"-40"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Corydalis cheilanthifolia plant details

Corydalis cheilanthifolia is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Corydalis cheilanthifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: papaveraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 20 IN - 40 IN - wide, 10 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, floriferous, self-sowing, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Corydalis cheilanthifolia

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Perfect for a shady rock garden or rocky crevice, this tiny Chinese gem produces its slender stalks of 1/2" bright yellow flowers from a rosette of ferny foliage. PSh/M
Ferny Corydalis has canary yellow flowers held on straight stems above bronzish brown frond-like leaves. Reseeds. 16" tall and wide.

Gardening facts about Corydalis cheilanthifolia plant

How to Grow Corydalis cheilanthifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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