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Corydalis quantmeyeriana ‘Chocolate Stars’
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Corydalis quantmeyeriana ‘Chocolate Stars’


Corydalis

 USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.167.580


Grown more for its interesting foliage, this Corydalis selection forms a low mound of ferny-looking leaves in an intriguing shade of chocolate brown, turning green in summer. Short spikes of creamy-white flowers appear in early summer. Suitable for the shady rock garden or in containers. Needs a moist but well-drained soil. Dies back in winter. May prove to be hardy below Zone 5.

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Corydalis quantmeyeriana ‘Chocolate Stars’


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
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Bronze
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Woodland
Height
   25-40 cm
   10-16 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Slow