How to Care for Adonis amurensis (Amur Adonis)

Korean name: 복수초

The Amur Adonis is a wildflower that blooms yellow flowers early in spring. It has short stems and leaves above the ground, with flowers about 5 to 10 cm wide. It is known for enduring harsh winters and signaling the beginning of spring.

Key facts

• Category: Wildflower & native plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: Korea, China, Japan
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Flower meaning: Hope, unexpected happiness
• Traits: early spring flower, cold hardy, wildflower, beginner friendly
• Also known as: Amur Adonis, Pheasant's Eye

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright light but avoid direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is suitable.
• Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.
• Temperature: 5~20°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Adonis amurensis?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Adonis amurensis?

It likes Prefers bright light but avoid direct sunlight.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Well-draining soil is suitable..

Is Adonis amurensis safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Adonis amurensis good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 5~20°C. Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..