RE: Blue Corydalis

I need to correct my email below.  That last sentence should say ....I
understand that Blue Panda is more finicky, etc.
Marilyn Dube'
Natural Designs Nursery
Portland, Oregon


-----Original Message-----
From:	owner-perennials@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf
Of Marilyn Dube
Sent:	Thursday, February 27, 2003 11:21 AM
To:	perennials@hort.net
Subject:	RE: Blue Corydalis

Bill,
	As we have discussed in the past, the blue Corydalis do very well here in
the "wet west".  However, I really think it is the summer heat that kills
them in your area rather than cold winters.  Even here in cooler summer
temps, my blue ones are summer dormant.  But as soon as the temps begin to
cool in September, new growth will appear and even some fall blooms.  I tell
my customers to be sure to give them summer water even after they disappear
above ground.  It may be that keeping the soil cool is important for keeping
them alive during summer heat.  They are worth the extra effort it takes to
keep them going in my garden.  I have 2 large clumps of C.
China Blue growing & blooming well for at least 10 years.  I understand that
China Blue is more finicky, but it certainly has the purest blue flowers!

Marilyn Dube'
Natural Designs Nursery
Portland, Oregon

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