Aquilegia canadensis
Wild Red Columbine |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.050.080
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 native of Canada and northeastern North America features small orange-red flowers with a yellow centre, over a compact mound of ferny light-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. Also attracts butterflies.
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Aquilegia canadensis
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Height 60-90 cm 23-35 inches
Spread 30-60 cm 12-23 inches
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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