Aquilegia buergeriana ‘Calimero’
Dwarf Columbine |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 1.050.030
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 dwarf selection features bicoloured flowers of dusky plum-purple and soft creamy yellow, over a mound of ferny light-green foliage. Perfect for the rock garden, edging or in containers and troughs. Since Columbines are relatively short lived, allow some of the plants to go to seed and self sow: seedlings may be hybrids that do not resemble the mother plant. 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 buergeriana ‘Calimero’
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 Creamy Yellow Purple
Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Light Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Hummingbirds Border Containers Deer Resistant Edging Rabbit Resistant Massed Poisonous/Toxic Woodland
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches
Spread 25-30 cm 10-12 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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