K. van Bourgondien Erythronium Dens Canis
Best ornamental choice for enthusiasts creating elegant shade gardens.
A charming, low-maintenance choice for shaded garden spots, this variety offers unique, exotic-looking blooms and striking speckled foliage. It is an excellent, deer-resistant option for naturalizing in rock gardens or under tree lines.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, ornamental woodland perennials for shaded areas
- Landscapers wanting low-maintenance plants that spread naturally in forest settings
- Pollinator enthusiasts looking to support early-season bees and insects
Who should skip it
- Homeowners desiring consistent year-round greenery in their primary flower beds
- Impatient growers looking for immediate, high-impact floral coverage
- Casual gardeners who prefer flexible planting schedules and drought-tolerant species
Performance breakdown
Naturalization Potential
Spreads reliably over time to create lush, established woodland colonies.
Deer Resistance
Reliably ignored by hungry deer, saving your garden from unwanted grazing.
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in dappled light where many other spring bloomers struggle.
Foliage Interest
Bronze-speckled leaves provide visual texture long after the blooms fade.
Hardiness Range
Extremely versatile, surviving harsh winters across zones three through nine.
Maintenance Effort
A carefree, set-it-and-forget-it bulb for low-maintenance garden beds.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
3-9
Mature Height
4 - 6 inches
Bloom Time
Early to mid spring
Light Requirements
Half Sun / Half Shade
Deer Resistant
Yes
Quantity Per Pack
10 bulbs
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