Squirrel Corn (Dicentra canadensis)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

Squirrel Corn
Dicentra canadensis

Squirrel Corn
Squirrel Corn
 
Features

White, somewhat heart-shaped flowers and deeply cut ferny foliage.

 
 
Culture
Full to partial shade; moist, well drained sites. 
 
Mature Height
6-12 Inches
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 7 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
April - May
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes
Found in woods. Goes dormant in early summer (foliage dies down).