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Erythronium dens-canis

Erythronium dens-canis
Dog's tooth Violet

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Late compared to its wild counterparts, I am awaiting the flowering." Analysis of the translated text: - "Late compared to its wild counterparts" - This maintains the meaning and context of the original text. - "I am awaiting the flowering" - This accurately translates the phrase "j'attends la floraison" and maintains the same tone as the original text. Revision of the translated text: "Late in comparison to its wild homologous, I am eagerly anticipating the blooming." The revised text maintains the accuracy of the translation while improving the flow and language usage.

Marie T., 20/03/2023

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Beautiful bulbous plant with pink flowers and purple and green marbled foliage. 
Flower size
4 cm
Height at maturity
12 cm
Spread at maturity
10 cm
Exposure
Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time August to November
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Description

Erythronium dens-canis, or dog's tooth violet, is a unique bulbous plant that bears graceful pink flowers resembling a canine tooth.

 

This woodland lily produces two large deciduous ovate leaves, marbled with reddish-brown and dark green. In March, the bell-shaped flowers with recurved petals appear in the middle of the foliage at a height of 15cm (6in).

Erythronium dens-canis prefers moist, humus-rich, and well-drained soils. It can be planted in shady rockeries, containers, or borders. It thrives in partial shade.

Easy to naturalise under favourable conditions, Erythronium dens-canis spreads on its own. It is best to plant it early in the season (September or October).

 

Erythronium dens-canis in pictures

Erythronium dens-canis (Flowering) Flowering
Erythronium dens-canis (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 12 cm
Spread at maturity 10 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time March to April
Flower size 4 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour variegated

Botanical data

Genus

Erythronium

Species

dens-canis

Family

Liliaceae

Other common names

Dog's tooth Violet

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting and care

Erythronium dens-canis should be planted in autumn as soon as the bulbs are received, as they cannot tolerate drying out. Plant the bulbs in groups of 3 to 5, covered with 6cm (2in) of good soil, spaced 8cm (3in) apart. Place the bulbs in a cool, lightly shaded area, at the base of deciduous trees or in flower beds. Adding compost or peat soil is preferable. Mulch in summer to maintain good moisture. Allow the foliage to dry well before removing it. Watch out for slugs! This plant is very hardy.

Planting period

Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time August to November
Planting depth 6 cm

Intended location

Type of use Border, Free-standing, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 30 per m2
Exposure Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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