Planetagarden
How do you grow claytonia virginica?
Claytonia spring beauty prefers rich, moist soil. To grow these flowers in your garden or naturalized area, plant the tubers, or corms, in the fall. Space them about three inches (7.6 cm.) apart and deep.
Is Virginia spring beauty edible?
The spring beauty corm is quite tasty and has been a food source in Indian cultures and is still eaten by wild food enthusiasts. The corms, which contain vitamins A and C, can be eaten raw or cooked like small potatoes. Squirrels and other forest wildlife will eat the corms. The leaves and flowers are also edible.
