Winter aconites prefer loose, humus-rich, and evenly moist soil and thrive under late-emerging trees in a sunny to partially shaded location. Winter aconites grow poorly under conifers, as the soil is too acidic for them. The knobbly tubers should be planted twice as deep as the tuber is tall and about four centimeters apart.
Winter aconites require virtually no care. They don't need fertilizing. Cut the stems back after flowering; as with all early bloomers, the leaves should only be removed when they have turned yellow and shriveled. In June, winter aconites go dormant, and you won't see them again.
If winter aconites are planted in an ideal location, they self-seed. After two to three years, they bloom for the first time, and over time, a beautiful yellow carpet of flowers forms.
TEXT: Victoria Wegner
