Seeds
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are untreated, open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
Columbine Seeds
Columbine Seeds
Our own farm-grown Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (approx 60-80 seeds)
Common Names
Columbine, European Columbine, Common Columbine, Granny's Bonnet.
Botanical Name
Aquilegia vulgaris
Plant Family
Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
Life Cycle
Perennial
Native Range
Europe
Hardiness Zone
3-8
Habit
Grows to 2-3.5ft tall in bloom, and 1.5ft wide. Mounding habit with multiple spikes of nodding blue bell-shaped flowers with tubular centres. Nectar-rich flowers are desired by butterflies and hummingbirds.
Sun/Soil
Woodland plant, prefers moist partially shady locations but will tolerate full sun.
Germination/Sowing
The seeds germinate easily and quickly, they are best started in flats indoors and transplanted out. Alternatively they can be direct sown in spring or fall.
Growing/Care
Columbine does best with weekly or biweekly waterings throughout the hot season. Naturalizes easily to create your own woodland garden meadow.
Harvesting
N/A
Culinary Uses
None known.
Medicinal Uses
None known.
Themes
Woodland Garden, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Container Garden, Low Maintenance, Cut Flowers.