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Corydalis flexuosa ‘Purple Leaf’
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Corydalis flexuosa ‘Purple Leaf’


Blue Corydalis

 USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.167.150


Several selection of Blue Corydalis are now available. This one forms a clump of elegant, lacy green leaves with a purple blotch, and upright stems of dangling tubular purple-blue flowers. Early blooming. Best in regions with cool summers, where the plants can be in flower from early spring into mid-summer. Plants may go dormant in mid summer, sometimes coming up again in the fall, or otherwise the following spring. Choose a rich, woodland soil that remains evenly moist. Dislikes summer drought. Divide carefully in early spring. Spreads slowly to form a patch. Evergreen.

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Corydalis flexuosa ‘Purple Leaf’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate 		Flower Colour
  Deep Blue
  Purple
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Early Spring
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
  Purple Black
  Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Specimen
  Woodland
Height
   15-25 cm
   6-10 inches
Spread
   20-30 cm
   8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Slow