Corydalis Blue Heron
Corydalis Blue Heron
Type: Herbaceous woodlander
Family: Fumariaceae
Flower Colour: Blue
Flowering Season: Summer
Size: 32.5 cms to 45 cms high
Origin: Asia
Preferred Conditions: Moist, well drained soil
Preferred Aspect: Full sun or part shade
Additional Feature: Ferny Foliage
Pot Size: 9 cm square
A new selection (actually a species) which was collected from China where Dan Hinkley made the discovery. The foliage is more blue than flexuosa and a little more coarse, held on the usual rigid stems but to a height of around 20 cms or so. Flowers are richer blue, just as numerous and with that strong scent from flexuosa. A good plant worthy of a spot in anyone's garden. Best in a brighter spot than most other Corydalis.
Corydalis curviflora subsp. rosthornii Blue Heron if you want it's full name!