Eranthis hyemalis
Common Name: :Winter aconite
Type: Tuberous perennial Family: Ranunculaceae Hardiness Zone: 4-8 Sunlight: Full sun to part shade Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Humus-rich, does best in alkaline soils Moisture: Moist, well-drained soil that does not dry out Plant Height x Width: 5-8 cm Leaf: Small bright green lobed leaves Flower: Yellow, buttercup like flowers Bloom Time: Mid-January Bloom Size: Small Maintenance: Best left undisturbed after being planted Landscape use: Border fronts, rock gardens, naturalized in wildflower settings Pest and Disease: No serious problems Native Range: Southern France to Bulgaria Planting Instructions: Plant tubers 2-3" deep and 3" apart in late summer to early fall, soak tubers overnight before planting Propagation: Seed or separate tubers after flowering |