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Cheerful Spring Elegance

Bring your garden to life with Eranthis hyemalis, the Winter Aconite! This perennial bulb is famed for its golden, buttercup-like blooms that burst through the soil in late winter—often before the snow has melted. Its cheerful flowers create a carpet of colour just when you need it most, making it a favourite among gardeners seeking early-season interest.

• Botanical family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup family)
• Flowering period: February to March, providing vital nectar for pollinators when little else is in bloom.
• Mature size: Height: 8cm (3"), Spread: 5cm (2") per bulb.
• Naturalising: Spreads gently each year to form dense, colourful drifts under trees or along borders.

Growing Guide

• Planting time: Plant bulbs in autumn (September to November) before the ground freezes.
• Soil requirements: Prefers moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Tolerates clay if not waterlogged.
• Sun/shade: Thrives in partial shade or dappled sunlight—ideal beneath deciduous trees where sunlight reaches before leaves emerge.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK (USDA Zones 4-8).

Planting & Care Tips

• Sow bulbs 5cm deep and about 5cm apart for a natural look.
• Add leaf mould or compost at planting time for best results.
• No regular pruning required; allow foliage to die back naturally after flowering to feed next year's blooms.
• Avoid disturbance once planted—aconites dislike being moved once established.

Design Ideas & Companions

• Pair with snowdrops (Galanthus) and crocuses for a stunning late-winter display.
• Create woodland drifts under mature trees or mix into shady borders for natural charm.
• Add alongside hellebores or cyclamen for extended seasonal interest.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Winter Aconite bulbs?
  The best time is autumn, from September through November, before the ground becomes too hard or cold.
• How quickly will they flower after planting?
  If planted in autumn, expect blooms as early as February the following year—one of the first signs of spring!
• Do Winter Aconites need special care?
  No special care required—just plant and let them naturalise. Water if dry during establishment and avoid moving once settled.