Claytonia virginica

Spring Beauty, Puslane

Named for pioneer American botanist John Clayton, this fleshy, low-growing perennial can sometimes be difficult. Several varieties are mountain natives and, especially in the case of Claytonia megarrhiza, strongly prefer alpine environments. Spring-blooming Claytonia virginica and Claytonia caroliniana are good for rock and woodland gardens and other lightly shaded places, especially where there is lots of rich soil. Propagate by seed in autumn. Watch for aphids.

Reddish leaves turn to glossy green on this free-flowering plant grown from flat, black corms. May be difficult to grow.

Attributes - Claytonia virginica

Plant Type: Perennial

Bloom Season: Early Spring

Flower Color: Pink, White

Foliage: Deciduous

Height: 3 in. to 1 ft.

Width: 8 in.

Sunlight: Partial Sun, Shade

Climate: Zones 5, 6, 7, 8

Notes: Container Plants, Showy Flowers.

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