Erythronium californicum x revolutum plant © copyright  

Erythronium californicum x revolutum

  • Bulbous plant
  • 30 cm high
  • Light-coloured flowers
  • Variegated foliage
  • Very hardy
Elegant dogwoods arise from a cross between two American species: E. californicum and E. revolutum. The flowers are white or pink. Plant the Dog?s-tooth-violet in a spot in light shade to shade in humus-rich woodland soil. The tubers are sensitive to dehydration and damage, among other things; plant them immediately after receiving and at least 10 cm deep. //

Garden use

Ornamental value and special features

Spotted foliage

Characteristics

Height 25 - 30 cm
Flowering time March - April
Flower colour White, Pink
Leaf colour Brown-red, Green
Growth habit Tuft
Hardiness down to about -20°C

Site conditions

Light Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade
Moisture Moist

Botanical information

Botanical name Erythronium californicum x revolutum
Genus Erythronium
Family Liliaceae
Origin Hybrid