Columbine

Profuse flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds and make a striking addition to the cutting, flower, or rock garden. Attractive planted with ferns, hosta, pulmonaria, or at the base of larger perennials such as baptisia or delphinium. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Coneflower

Coral Bells

Gayfeather

Plant Details

Common name

Columbine
Botanical name

Aquilegia
Variety

na
Zone

USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Sun
Height

12-36" (31-91 cm)
Habit

Clumping
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

Mix
Bloom Time

Spring-summer
Maintenance

Remove spent blooms

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