| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
| Plant Height: | 10 - 12 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 12 - 18 inches |
| Leaves: | Spring ephemeral Other: Powdery blue-grey leaves. |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Other: Heart shaped cherry/red flowers. |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Other: Bloom period can be extended by removing the spent blooms. |
| Uses: | Will Naturalize |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity: | Other: may cause skin irritation |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Needs specific temperature: The seeds need a period of freezing temperatures. Sow in situ Start indoors Can handle transplanting Other info: To start seeds indoors, place in pot. Put the pot in a plastic bag and place in the freezer for 6-8 weeks. Remove the pot after that time and allow to germinate and grow in regular seedling conditions. |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Division Other: Divide after flowering |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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