Aquilegia alpina

Alpine Columbine

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.050.020

Columbines have been grown in gardens for centuries, and are among the most popular of perennials. Hummingbirds will often drop in to sip nectar from the flowers. This species features bright violet-blue flowers over a compact mound of ferny grey-green foliage. Excellent for cutting. Since Columbines are relatively short lived, allow some of the plants to go to seed and self sow. Leaf miners or sawfly may disfigure the leaves around flowering time. Simply trim off the ugly foliage and the plants will grow fresh leaves.

Further details for
Aquilegia alpina

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Deep Blue

Blooming Time
Early Summer
Late Spring

Foliage Color
Grey Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Woodland

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
45-60 cm
18-23 inches

Spread
25-30 cm
10-12 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium