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Winter Aconite

Eranthis hyemalis, Ranunculaceae

Zones
4–7
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

HazelnutCorylus avellana
Pollinator Sharing
Spring CrocusCrocus vernus
Pollinator Sharing
Bethlehem LungwortPulmonaria saccharata
Pollinator SharingShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

California PrivetLigustrum ovalifolium

Privet's dense growth and allelopathic properties inhibit early spring bulbs like winter aconite

Uses

Functions

Early Pollinator

Common Questions

What zones does Winter Aconite grow in?

Winter Aconite grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Winter Aconite?

Good companions for Winter Aconite include Hazelnut, Spring Crocus, Bethlehem Lungwort.

Design guilds with Winter Aconite and see companion relationships visually.

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