Erythronium dens-canis

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Dogtooth Violet

Native to Europe, the Dogtooth Violet is clump-forming bulb that doesn’t get over 6 inches high with a slightly wider spread. From early to midspring it produces pink, white, yellow, and purple blooms.  It prefers partial shade and moderate moisture conditions.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Mounded
Exposure:
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
March - April
Bloom Color:
Pink
Yellow
White
Purple
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Plant Type:
Bulb
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9