Winter Aconite
Eranthis hyemalis
Family: Ranunculaceae
Winter Aconite grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, humus-rich soil. Water needs: Moderate.
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How to Grow Winter Aconite
Winter Aconite growing information includes sunlight requirements of Full sun to partial shade, soil conditions listed as Moist, humus-rich soil with a soil pH of 6.0-7.5, and Moderate water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 4-7. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for Winter Aconite as 30-90 days, with planting or establishment depth listed as 1/4 inch. Days to maturity are listed as 180-365 days.
Plant Overview
Winter Aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) is listed in the Ranunculaceae family and categorized as a flower with a perennial life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Moderate.
- Plant ID
- PLT-3540
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Plant type
- Flower
- Life cycle
- Perennial
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Growing Conditions
Winter Aconite is listed for full sun to partial shade conditions. Water needs are listed as moderate. The database soil reference is Moist, humus-rich soil. The listed soil pH range is 6.0-7.5, and the listed hardiness range is 4-7.
- Hardiness zones
- 4-7
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- Moist, humus-rich soil
- Soil pH
- 6.0-7.5
- Water needs
- Moderate
Seed & Germination
For seed starting, the listed germination time is 30-90 days and the seed depth is 1/4 inch. The listed time to maturity is 180-365 days. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.
- Germination
- 30-90 days
- Seed depth
- 1/4 inch
Harvest & Propagation
- Days to maturity
- 180-365 days
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Growing Reference Note
Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.