Eranthis hyemalis

Winter Aconite

Family: Ranunculaceae Crowfoot


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9A
Exposure Full shade to partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Early Spring, Late Winter
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, ground cover, massing, rock garden, woodland garden
Height 3" to 4" / 10cm to 10cm
Spread 2" to 2" / 5cm to 5cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing