Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis

Name: Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis
Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
Price: 169.94 USD
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Corydalis flexuosa 'Porcelain Blue'

Nature Hills Nursery

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Porcelain Blue performs best in partial shade, ideally receiving filtered morning sun and protection from the hot afternoon heat. While it can handle more sun in cooler climates, too much direct light will cause the foliage to go dormant early and fade the vibrant blue flower color.
Soil: These plants crave rich, organic soil that stays consistently moist but never soggy. If you have heavy clay, mix in plenty of compost or leaf mold to improve drainage, as "wet feet" during the winter will lead to root rot.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, water your Corydalis two to three times a week to keep the soil surface cool and moist while the roots establish. Once mature, the plant is relatively self sufficient but needs supplemental deep watering during summer dry spells to prevent it from entering a premature summer dormancy. Inconsistent moisture often leads to scorched leaf edges and a shorter blooming window.

Pruning Tips

Since this variety blooms on new growth and can rebloom throughout the season, you should deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage a second flush of color. Think of this like a light summer grooming; simply snip the stems back to the foliage line once the blue fades. If the foliage looks ragged after a heatwave, you can cut the entire plant back to an inch above the ground to trigger a fresh, tidy mound of new leaves.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as the new fern like leaves begin to emerge from the soil. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this encourages tender new growth that will not have time to harden off before the first frost. A single application of compost or a general purpose garden food usually provides all the nutrients needed for a full season of blooms.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

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Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Delft blue lovelies, the unique trumpet-shaped blossoms of Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis (Corydalis flexuosa 'Porcelain Blue') are so unique as they dangle elegantly from their tall flower spikes! Like elongated tubes of baby blue loose bottlebrushes of blossoms! Preferring partial shade, you'll enliven shade gardens with lovely true blue color!

Elegantly dangling from bronzed stems and backed by a tuft of bronzy deep blue-green foliage, Hillier™ is a pollinator magnet that naturalizes when allowed, giving you more of a great thing without any effort! The tube-like shape even encourages a few hummingbirds to visit!

Also known as Fumewort, these smaller plants produce a dense clump of foliage and tall, upright flowering stems. Easy care, these tender perennials are highly heat and cold tolerant, blooming all spring and summer without slowing down.

Planting and Application:

Plant Porcelain Blue in shaded perennial and cottage gardens and in cutting borders for blooms to bring indoors too! Pollinator beds and rock gardens, or under the protective limbs of larger trees as facer plants, you'll find a place that needs the finery these sublime plants add to your beds and borders!

Ideal in protected porch and patio planters, the blooms even droop gracefully for spillers and as additions to hanging baskets to delight you with their unique form and color anywhere regardless of space available! If you have the room, let these naturalizing wildflowers self-seed throughout larger swaths for cooling blue-bronze hues in shaded woodland settings.

Unique Trumpet-Like Baby Blue Blooms
Bronzy Green Stems & Foliage Accents
Tidy Blue-Green Clumps of Leaves
Loves Shady Protected Sites
Rock Gardens, Planters, Pollinator & Cut Flower Friendly

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Corydalis are very easy-care plants and do best in protected part shade areas, preferring morning sun and afternoon shade or all-day filtered light. Plant in a very well-drained soil from dry to moist, appreciating a 3-4 inch thick layer of Arborist mulch chips. Having moderate, yet regular moisture needs, don't let these go too long during droughts without a drink.

Part Sun/Shade
Moderate Yet Regular Moisture & Mulched Beds
Deadhead to Encourage More Blooms
Well-Drained Soil
Tender Perennial USDA Zones 5-9

Lovely color, woodland wildflower beauty and unique form, the Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis is just the finery your dappled shade gardens need! Order yours today from NatureHills.com!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis suitable for?

Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis thrives in USDA zones 5-8, showing excellent heat and cold tolerance. This tender perennial performs best in protected locations with partial shade and well-draining soil.

What is the mature size and spread of Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis?

Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis forms compact clumps of foliage topped by tall upright flower spikes. These smaller perennials create dense mounds perfect for tight spaces in shade gardens. Plant them in groups for best impact, available at naturehills.com.

What are the light requirements for Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis—full shade, partial shade, or filtered sun?

Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis thrives in partial shade conditions. It prefers morning sun with afternoon shade or all-day filtered light. Avoid full sun locations, as this perennial performs best in protected, shaded sites.

Does Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis need moist soil, and how often should I water it?

Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis thrives in well-drained soil from dry to moist conditions, making it quite adaptable. This heat and cold tolerant perennial doesn't require frequent watering once established. Water regularly during the first growing season, then reduce to occasional deep watering during dry spells.

Is Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis evergreen, or does the foliage go dormant?

Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis is a tender perennial that dies back to the ground in winter, then re-emerges in spring. The bronzy blue-green foliage forms fresh clumps each growing season. Plant in protected partial shade areas where it can naturalize and self-seed. Shop at Nature Hills for this unique shade perennial.

How do I care for Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis after planting, including fertilizing?

Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis thrives with minimal care in partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells but avoid overwatering. Light fertilizing in early spring with compost or balanced fertilizer supports blooming. Allow spent flowers to self-seed for natural spreading.

Is Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis shipped bare root or potted?

Corydalis are typically shipped as potted plants in 4-inch containers during the growing season. These tender perennials establish quickly in partial shade locations with well-drained soil. Plant after your last frost date for best results.

Is Hillier™ Porcelain Blue Corydalis deer resistant or disease free?

Corydalis plants are generally deer resistant due to their bitter taste and toxic alkaloids. While not completely disease-free, they're quite resilient with good drainage and proper air circulation. Plant in well-drained soil with morning sun and afternoon shade to prevent fungal issues.