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Corydalis elata – Fragrant Blue Corydalis, Heat Tolerant

Corydalis elata

Corydalis elata (kor-ID-ah-liss ee-LAY-tah) is a fragrant, blue-flowered species more vigorous and heat tolerant than the blue cultivars. It blooms from late spring to early summer, and its foliage persists throughout the season with adequate moisture.

Growing Conditions & Care

Prefers partial shade in moist, well-drained soil.

Propagation

Self-sows freely. Sow seed when fresh; germination may be erratic. Divide in fall.

Potential Problems

Downy mildew, rust, aphids, slugs, snails; spider mites indoors.

Quick Reference

Height/Spread: 1–3 ft.
Light: Part shade only
Moisture: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
Flower Color: Blue
Uses: Beds, borders, cut flower, ground covers, naturalizing, shade, woodland gardens
Type: Perennial

Other: Corydalis aurea – Scrambled Eggs, Native Biennial with Yellow Flowers; Corydalis cheilanthifolia – Fern-Leaved Corydalis with Bronzy Foliage; Corydalis flexuosa 'Blue Panda' – Compact Fragrant Blue Corydalis; Corydalis flexuosa 'China Blue' – Sky-Blue Corydalis for Woodland Gardens; Corydalis flexuosa 'Purple Leaf' – Blue Flowers with Purple-Tinged Foliage; Corydalis linstowiana – Purplish-Blue Biennial Corydalis; Corydalis lutea – Yellow Corydalis, Long-Blooming Shade Perennial; Corydalis ochroleuca – Creamy White Corydalis, Self-Sowing Perennial; Corydalis solida – Fumewort, Spring Ephemeral for Rock Gardens; Corydalis 'Blackberry Wine' – Fragrant Pink-Purple Corydalis for Shade

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