One of our earliest bloomers. This deciduous species grows from tiny underground bulbs, often putting up new leaves in winter, and flower stalks in February. Prefers partial shade and non-saturated soils.

o                 Height: 8-14”

o                 Width: 3-6”

o                 Water: moist to dry

o                 Sun: partial shade to full sun

o                 Bloom time: February-March

o                 Direct sowing:  Best sown in fall. Seeds are dormant and need exposure to 6 weeks of winter temperatures before germinating in spring.