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Corydalis flexuosa 'Purple Leaf'

Family Fumariaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 25 cm (6 - 10 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Corydalis flexuosa 'Purple Leaf' (blue corydalis) bears faded blue blooms during early spring to mid summer. The foliage is dark lime in colour and evergreen. A specimen plant, Corydalis flexuosa 'Purple Leaf' (blue corydalis) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Corydalis flexuosa 'Purple Leaf' has a natural resistance to rabbits.