From this Eurasian genus of 8-9 species, comes one of the earliest, and for that reason most delightful of spring-flowering perennials! Winter Aconite tosses out its lovely yellow flowers on 3-6" stems two full weeks before Crocus, giving the spring season a bright and cheery start. Does well in the shade too! Zones 4-7.

Common Name: Winter Aconite
Scientific Name: Eranthis hyemalis
Type: Perennial (zones 4-7)
Month of bloom: February - March
Height: 4" (10cm)
Zones: 4-7
Uses: Border & Naturalizing