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Alba
Spring ephemeral perennial
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: Spring ephemeral perennial
- Height × spread: 18 to 24 in × 12 to 18 in (45 to 60 cm × 30 to 45 cm)
- Bloom window: April to May
- Color & flower form: Pendulous white to creamy bells in loose clusters; no color shift
- Fragrance: 1 trace
- USDA hardiness: Zones 3 to 8
- Breeder / Year / Origin: unknown, unknown, selection of Eastern North American species
- Cut‑flower notes: Soft, hollow stems; poor vase life; not recommended
- Pet safety: unknown
How it differs
- White flowers rather than the species’ sky blue.
- Lacks the typical pink to blue color change of the species.
- Same stature, bloom window, and shade preference as the species.
- Same ephemeral habit: foliage disappears by early summer.
Strengths
- Clean white bloom color for shaded borders and woodland drifts.
- Attracts early pollinators similar to the species.
- Few pest or disease problems under good drainage.
Care in one minute
Site: partial to full shade; morning sun is acceptable where soils stay moist.
Soil: humus rich, moist, well drained; neutral to slightly acidic.
Water: keep evenly moist in spring; supplemental water during establishment.
Feeding: compost top dressing once a year is sufficient.
Maintenance: avoid division except when clumps are crowded; mark sites so dormant crowns are not disturbed.
Watch‑outs
- Goes dormant by early summer; plan companions to cover gaps.
- Fragile stems crease easily; avoid heavy foot traffic.
- Not suited to cutting; vase life is short.
Best uses (tags)
Provenance note
White forms occur naturally within wild populations of the species.
‘Alba’ denotes a selected white flowered form grown in gardens.
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