China Blue Fumewort

Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue'

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Overview

Corydalis flexuosa 'China Blue', commonly known as China Blue Fumewort, is a herbaceous perennial featuring delicate, true blue flowers and fern-like foliage. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers shady conditions, making it ideal for woodland gardens. This plant reaches up to 12 inches in height and spreads 18 inches, blooming profusely from spring to early summer. China Blue Fumewort adds a vibrant splash of color to shaded areas.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — commonly known as China Blue Fumewort

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — true blue flowers and fern-like foliage

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers shady conditions, making it ideal for woodland

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — This plant reaches up to 12 inches in height and spreads 18 inches

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — blooming profusely from spring to early summer

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — China Blue Fumewort adds a vibrant splash of color to shaded areas

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 8–12 Inches

Classification

Family: Fumariaceae
Climate: Temperate

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China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — commonly known as China Blue Fumewort

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — true blue flowers and fern-like foliage

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers shady conditions, making it ideal for woodland

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — This plant reaches up to 12 inches in height and spreads 18 inches

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — blooming profusely from spring to early summer

China Blue Fumewort (Corydalis Flexuosa 'China Blue') — China Blue Fumewort adds a vibrant splash of color to shaded areas

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