Erythronium
Dog’s Tooth Violet
Graceful spring flowering bulbs that multiply freely. Discovered in 1596. Thrives best in a moisture-retentive, yet well-drained porous
soil.
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Dens Canis Lilac Wonder
M5341
Erythronium Dens Canis 'Lilac Wonder' is a charming spring bloom which bears dainty, lilac-rose flowers with striking, chocolate-brown basal spots. As the nodding blooms mature, their colourful petals fold back, exposing pollen-dusted anthers to bees and pollinators.
Attractive foliage is marbled green and purplish brown, appearing in clumps from which the delicate-looking, hardy blooms spring up during March and April. Perfect for naturalising in shaded areas, nestled beneath trees and shrubs. Erythronium are better known as Dog’s Tooth Violets, for their bulbs resemble canine teeth.
A recipient of the Award of Garden Merit from the RHS, Erythronium Dens Canis Lilac Wonder is known for its exquisite looks and excellent, perennial performance.
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Dens Canis Purple King
M5343
A bewitching spring bloom, better known as the Dog’s Tooth Violet, Erythronium ‘Dens Canis Purple King’ will bring sweetness and charm to shady areas of your garden during March and April.
Nodding, cyclamen-purple flowers, on stems up to 10cm tall bloom from a rosette of broad, heavily mottled leaves. Erythronium Dens Canis Purple King's elegant petals recurve gracefully, exposing long stamens with purple-tipped anthers.
These fascinating perennials are invaluable for adding intrigue and interest to bare corners of the garden. Plant the bulbs, shaped like canine teeth, in groups under the dappled shade of mature trees or shrubs where they will settle and multiply over the years.
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Dens Canis Rose Queen
M5344
A superb, early flowering Dog’s Tooth Violet - ‘Dens Canis Rose Queen’ produces elegant, nodding blooms in a delicate shade of clear pink. The petals are speckled with yellow or brown markings towards the heart. Long, purple-tipped anthers are suspended from the centre of each 2 in. bloom, attracting bees and early spring pollinators.
Erythronium Dens Canis Rose Queen's stems are reddish umber, matching the mottled markings on wide, exotic-looking, green foliage which is held until summer.
Plant the bulbs in groups beneath deciduous trees and shrubs, or tuck into a shady, moist border where they will plug gaps and naturalise beautifully over the years.
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Dens Canis Snowflake
M5345
Erythronium Dens Canis Snowflake dazzles with its pure white flowers and mottled leaves. This enchanting plant thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil, adding a touch of pristine elegance to woodland gardens.
The snow-white blooms of Erythronium Dens Canis Snowflake stand out against the rich, variegated foliage, creating a stunning visual contrast. Plant these delicate flowers to bring a sense of purity and serenity to your garden, enchanting all who see them.
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Pagoda
M5346
Erythronium Pagoda, a robust hybrid, showcases four to five Dresden-yellow flowers with brown-ringed centres. This fast-growing and naturalising plant thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil. The lightly mottled leaves add extra charm.
The bright, cheerful blooms and vigorous growth make it an excellent choice for adding a splash of colour and vitality to woodland gardens. Erythronium Pagoda brings a lively and charming presence to any garden.
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White Beauty
M5348
Erythronium White Beauty, one of the most stunning, often bears two exquisite snow-white flowers per stem. With reflexing petals, cream anthers, and chocolate-zoned centres, it thrives in partial shade and well-drained soil. The richly coloured foliage adds to its allure.
This elegant Erythronium White Beauty variety brings a touch of sophistication and serenity to gardens, creating a captivating and refined display which enhances any garden space.
