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Bird-in-a-bush

Corydalis solida

perennial⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 4a – Zone 8b

A delicate spring ephemeral with clusters of pink, purple, or white tubular flowers and finely divided fern-like foliage. The plant dies back after flowering, making it ideal for woodland gardens and shaded borders.

Overview

Form
Mounding
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.33–0.5′ tall × 0.33–0.5′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 4aZone 8b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 8b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Succession Role

early successional

Native Range

Central and Eastern Europe

Function & Care

wildlife benefitmedicinal

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, tuber