Bird-in-a-bush

Corydalis solida

Also known as Corydalis cava, Fumaria bulbosa var. solida, Fumaria bulbosa subsp. solida, Capnoides solida

Native Plants · Spring Ephemeral · Woodland · Corydalis · Tuberous · Shade Garden · Rock Garden · Purple Flowers · Perennial · European Wildflower

Bird-in-a-bush is a delicate spring ephemeral that thrives in dappled shade with consistently moist, humus-rich soil. Plant the tubers in autumn in a woodland garden or rock garden setting for best results. It dies back completely after flowering in late spring, so mark its location to avoid disturbing the dormant tubers.