Erythronium Revolutum Johnsonii

Description

Spikes of vivid, wide-open, dark pink flowers, with spreading petals open from March until May. This stunning form, which has deep green leaves with strong purple marbling and patterning below, is one of the very best of all of the Erythroniums, and remains one of the most sought-after members of the lily family forming large clumps as the bulbs divide.

Sowing Advice

Sow seeds at any time, covering them very thinly with compost or grit, keeping the seed pot in a cool, well-lit spot outdoors. Artificial heat is not needed and can prevent germination so be very patient as many species will only germinate in the spring after chilling or freezing in the moist seed pot in the winter. Grow on individual seedlings in small pots until of sufficient size to be potted on or planted out into the open ground. Grows best in a leafy acid soil, full-part shade.

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