I mentioned these in passing, a couple of days ago, and I've had several questions about where to buy them, and how to get the gorgeous bank effect:
So, let's start with the basics. The plant in question is Eranthis hyemalis, common name Winter Aconite.
They are NOT part of the Aconite family, and they are NOT poisonous. The common name simply reflects the similarity in the shape of the leaves, to those of Aconitum or Monkshood.
It's a hardy, garden perennial: that means it grows outdoors, and comes back every year.
For some reason, they have a reputation for being difficult to establish.......
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