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Description
Corydalis Solida Beth Evans, also known as Beth Evans Corydalis, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Papaveraceae family. It is native to Europe and grows in rocky and grassy areas. This plant has a unique appearance with fern-like leaves and clusters of pink or purple flowers that bloom in spring.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Papaveraceae |
| Genus | Corydalis |
Appearance
Corydalis Solida Beth Evans has fern-like leaves that are blue-green in color and deeply divided. The leaves grow up to 4 inches long and form a rosette at the base of the plant. The flowers are pink or purple and bloom in clusters on top of leafless stems that grow up to 6 inches tall. The flowers have a unique shape with a flattened upper petal, two side petals that are fused together, and two lower petals that form a spur. The plant blooms in early spring and goes dormant in summer.
Care Guide
Corydalis Solida Beth Evans is easy to care for and is a low-maintenance plant. Here are some tips for caring for this plant:- Water: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant regularly during the growing season but reduce watering during the dormant period.- Fertilization: The plant does not require much fertilization. You can feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer once or twice during the growing season.- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It can grow in a variety of soil types but prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil.- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade to full sun. It can tolerate full shade but may not bloom as much.- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Corydalis Solida Beth Evans is generally pest and disease-free. However, it may be susceptible to slugs and snails, which can eat the leaves and flowers. You can control these pests by using slug bait or by handpicking them off the plant. The plant may also be susceptible to powdery mildew, which can be treated with a fungicide.
Habitat
Corydalis Solida Beth Evans is native to Europe and grows in rocky and grassy areas. It prefers well-draining soil and partial shade to full sun. The plant is commonly found growing in gardens and rockeries.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Corydalis Solida Beth Evans grow in containers?
A: Yes, the plant can be grown in containers as long as the soil is well-draining and the container has drainage holes.
Q: When should I plant Corydalis Solida Beth Evans?
A: The plant should be planted in the fall or early spring when the soil is moist and cool.
Q: How often should I fertilize Corydalis Solida Beth Evans?
A: The plant does not require much fertilization. You can feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer once or twice during the growing season.
Q: How often should I water Corydalis Solida Beth Evans?
A: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is moist but not waterlogged. Water the plant regularly during the growing season but reduce watering during the dormant period.
Related Plants
– Corydalis lutea- Corydalis ochroleuca- Corydalis flexuosa- Corydalis solida
References
– “Corydalis Solida ‘Beth Evans’,” Royal Horticultural Society, https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/363062/Corydalis-solida-Beth-Evans/Details.- “Corydalis Solida,” Missouri Botanical Garden, https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=282950.- “Corydalis Solida Beth Evans,” Plant Lust, https://www.plantlust.com/plants/corydalis-solida-beth-evans/.
