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Corydalis solida 'G.P. Baker'

fumewort 'George Baker'

A tuberous herbaceous perennial to 25cm, with a tuberous root and grey-green, divided foliage. Tubular, deep brick-red flowers are borne in an erect raceme

Synonyms
Corydalis solida 'G.P. Baker'
Corydalis solida 'George Baker'
see moreCorydalis solida f. transsylvanica 'George Baker'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Orange Red Green Grey Silver
Summer Green Grey Silver
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Papaveraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

Corydalis can be annuals, biennials or tuberous or rhizomatous perennials, with ternately or pinnately lobed leaves and racemes of spurred, tubular flowers

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grows best in very well-drained moderately fertile soil. May tolerate partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by division in autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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