{"product_id":"corydalis-pale","title":"Corydalis, Pale","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"46\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"19\"\u003eCorydalis, Pale\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eCorydalis sempervirens\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"494\"\u003ePale corydalis is a delicate, airy native biennial (often behaving as a short-lived perennial) with finely textured blue-green foliage and soft pink-to-yellow tubular flowers. Native to rocky woodlands and disturbed soils of eastern North America, it brings a light, naturalistic quality to shaded edges and woodland gardens. Its ability to self-seed and colonize lightly makes it especially useful for filling gaps in evolving plant communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"519\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eSpecialized blooms for long-tongued pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eThe tubular, spurred flowers are particularly adapted to bumblebees and other long-tongued pollinators that can access nectar deep within the bloom. This makes pale corydalis an important niche plant in pollinator systems, supporting species that are not served by more open, generalist flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eSelf-seeding woodland colonizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"910\"\u003ePale corydalis readily self-seeds in the right conditions, especially in disturbed soils, woodland edges, and rocky slopes. Rather than forming dense monocultures, it tends to appear in shifting patches over time, creating a dynamic, naturalized look that evolves with the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eFine-textured foliage for soft layering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eThe lacy, blue-green leaves provide a soft visual contrast to broader-leaved plants. This makes it a useful companion in shaded plantings, where it can fill in between perennials without overwhelming them, contributing to a layered understory effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003eAdapted to lean, well-drained woodland soils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eUnlike many shade plants, pale corydalis prefers well-drained, even rocky soils and does not require rich, moist conditions. It performs well in partial shade to light sun, especially in areas that mimic its native habitat—woodland edges, slopes, and open forest floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i18lvt\" data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jd4thm\" data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1883\"\u003ePlant life cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial \/ short-lived perennial (self-seeding)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19hkacy\" data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003eSun requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full sun (best with some shade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mufojw\" data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry to medium, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vxszit\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n0vskt\" data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e May – September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dna6hc\" data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale pink with yellow tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1azcegu\" data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2213\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2468\"\u003eFor best results, allow pale corydalis to self-seed and establish naturally over time. It thrives in slightly disturbed soils, so avoid heavy mulching where you want it to spread, and integrate it into woodland edges or lightly managed native plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"2.5\" pot","offer_id":47405003112707,"sku":"PNA-14713","price":6.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quart","offer_id":47405003145475,"sku":"PNA-14714","price":11.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/corydalis-pale","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}