Buttercup-yellow blooms that push through frozen ground before the crocuses.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Feb to Mar
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Part Sun or Part Shade or Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 3-4"
- Bloom Colors
- Yellow
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance❄ Winter Interest
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About This Name
Eranthis hyemalis is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Winter Aconite unambiguously. The genus Eranthis places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Winter Aconite, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Eranthis hyemalis will give you the most precise results.