Light
Sun: at least 6 direct hours daily; Partial shade: 2–6 direct hours daily.
Learn how to care for your green friend
Winter Aconite
Eranthis hyemalis
Bulbs & tubers · Planned variety
Meet your green friend.
Winter Aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) has a clumping / columnar / erect growth form. Flower colours recorded: gold/yellow.
A space where it can thrive
Growth habit: clumping, columnar, erect. Outdoor hardiness is listed below; choose a sheltered growing site appropriate to your plant and pot.
Ask about availabilityAvailability, size, pot and price will be confirmed in store. Pictures illustrate the plant type.
Studio illustration. Appearance varies with age, variety and growing conditions. Botanical photo reference: Martin Olsson · Source · CC BY-SA 3.0.
Your care routine
Watering
Maintain moisture during the growing season.
Soil & drainage
Suitable textures: High Organic Matter. Soil reaction: Alkaline (>8.0).
Outdoor hardiness
Outdoor winter hardiness reported: USDA zones 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b. This is not an indoor temperature setting.
Through the seasons
Leaf loss in late spring or summer is normal dormancy after the winter bloom.
Pets & little ones
The source lists high poisoning severity. Reported harmful parts: bark, flowers, fruits, leaves, roots, sap/juice, seeds, stems. Do not ingest; keep away from children and pets.
Grow with your neighbourhood store.
Independent, family-owned and right here in Uptown New Westminster. Browse before your visit and keep this guide handy at home.
Visit The Golden BazaarCare references
Guidance is a starting point. Adjust watering to your plant, pot, light and season; follow fertilizer labels and check outdoor cultivar hardiness.