20 Seeds Spring Beauty Claytonia virginica Native Woodland Wildflower

Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica) is a charming native woodland perennial prized for its star-shaped blooms that open in early spring. This low-growing wildflower forms lovely colonies over time, creating a delicate carpet of color in shaded gardens and naturalized areas. Its gentle appearance and early-season bloom time make it a welcome sight after winter.

Spring Beauty works beautifully in woodland gardens, shade borders, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. The small grass-like foliage goes dormant by early summer, so it pairs well with later-emerging perennials. It naturalizes readily when conditions suit it, gradually spreading to form drifts.

Species: Claytonia virginica
Type: Herbaceous perennial wildflower
Plant_Habit: Low-growing, clump-forming
Sun: Partial shade to full shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich
Zones: 3-8
Germination: Cold stratification improves results
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly cover, keep moist
Spacing: 3-6 inches
Notes: Plant in woodland or naturalized settings