Corydalis solida subsp. solida 'Beth Evans'

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Key characteristics

Family: Papaveraceae
Height: 6–8 in
Width: 6–8 in
Flower color: Rose-pink to soft pink
Foliage color: Blue-green, finely divided, deciduous
Bloom time: Early to mid-spring
Light: Partial shade to full shade
Water: Average moisture i
Maintenance: Low; allow foliage to die back naturally and divide tubers when dormant
Growing zone: USDA zones 4–8
Wildlife: Early bees and other spring pollinators

Perennials

Corydalis solida subsp. solida 'Beth Evans'

Beth Evans Corydalis

Corydalis solida subsp. solida 'Beth Evans' sends up clusters of soft rose-pink, tubular flowers in early to mid-spring above finely cut, blue-green foliage that remains present beyond the flowering season. Selected in Europe from woodland populations native across central and eastern regions of the continent, it reflects the color and refined texture associated with long-cherished spring garden plants.

Fresh foliage persists through summer, maintaining a soft, leafy presence in shaded borders, woodland edges, and companion plantings with other perennials.

Light

Partial shade to full shade

Water

Average moisture i

Bloom time

Early to mid-spring

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Shade Gardens
Woodland Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Rain Gardens

Companion plants

Ferns · Lungworts · Wild ginger · Hellebores · Japanese forest grass · Astilbes

Design tip

The early flowers arrive when the garden is still waking up, so give it a spot you pass often in spring. Cooler light suits it, so tuck it on the north side of a shrub or wall where the soil stays even.