Brighten shaded garden spaces with Siberian Spring Beauty (Claytonia sibirica) Seeds, a charming woodland species known for its pink-striped white blooms and soft green foliage. Also called Candy Flower, Pink Purslane, or Siberian Miner’s Lettuce, this hardy plant thrives where many flowers struggle—cool, moist, and partially shaded locations.
These Non-GMO Siberian Spring Beauty Seeds germinate reliably and create a carpet of delicate spring blossoms. Ideal for woodland gardens, naturalized plantings, and ground cover in shaded or lightly moist areas, this carefree species reseeds gently and returns each spring.
Features
- Produces delicate white-to-pink striped spring flowers
- Non-GMO seed quality
- Thrives in shade and cool, moist environments
- Excellent for woodland and naturalized gardens
- Low-maintenance and fast establishing
- Attractive early-season nectar source for pollinators
- Spreads gently as a ground cover
- Performs well in containers or shaded borders
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Claytonia sibirica
- Common Names: Siberian Spring Beauty, Candy Flower, Pink Purslane, Siberian Miner’s Lettuce
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Perennial in mild climates; reseeding annual in colder zones
- USDA Zones: 4–9
- Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
- Soil Type: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil
- Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
- Flower Color: White with pink veins or pale pink
- Bloom Time: Early spring to early summer
- Height: 6–12 inches
- Spacing: 6–10 inches
- Season for Planting: Spring or fall
- Germination Time: 10–30 days
- Germination Temperature: 55–70°F
- Cold Stratification: 2–4 weeks improves germination
- Growth Habit: Ground cover, spreading by reseeding
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Uses: Shade gardens, woodland edges, naturalized areas, container planting
- Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Enrich soil with compost; ensure steady moisture.
- Sowing Time: Early spring or fall; stratify seeds for best results.
- Seed Depth: Press lightly into soil; barely cover.
- Watering for Germination: Keep soil consistently moist until sprouting.
- Germination Window: 10–30 days depending on temperature.
- Light Requirements: Prefers partial to full shade.
- Thinning: Space seedlings 6–10 inches apart.
- Watering: Maintain regular moisture, especially in warmer weather.
- Maintenance Tips: Allow reseeding for naturalized colonies.
- Overwintering: Hardy in mild climates; plants self-sow for yearly return.