Dutchman’s Breeches

Dutchman’s Breeches

Dicentra cucullaria

 

Description: Flowers resemble tiny pairs of pants. A true spring ephemeral, it will fade away by summer.
Propagation: Seeds and divisions from the rhizome
Initial bloom (month and week): April W4
Garden name: Shady Woodland Garden
Color of flower: White
Height: 10″
Spread: 15″
Family: Papaveraceae
Soil type: Acidic woodland soil
Soil moisture: Moist
Light: Shade
Zone: 3-7

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