A petite perennial delight with deep green leaves sporting a captivating purple-brown marbling. In early spring, ‘Old Aberdeen’ bears slender stems with reflexed purple petals displaying golden brown accents and inky blue anthers. This early-flowering dog's tooth violet returns each year, showcasing its charming blooms and lush foliage.
How to care for Erythronium dens-canis Old Aberdeen:
Erythronium grow well in dappled shade, such as a woodland margin or border, where the bulbs should be kept damp and not allowed to dry out (avoid planting at the base of trees which are prone to summer drought).
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.15m
Eventual spread:
0.15m
Position:
Full sun / light shade / shade
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
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This bulb dies back after flowering each year and enters a period of rest ahead of regrowth the following season.
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Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten