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Aquilegia vulgaris knows as columbine (also commonly called
European crowfoot and granny’s bonnet) is native to Europe. It is a bushy,
clump-forming perennial that typically grows in a mound of thin, branching,
leafy stems to 1.5-3′ tall. It is noted for its spring bloom of blue to violet
flowers with spreading sepals and short-hooked spurs. Biternate, medium green,
basal leaves are glabrous above and glaucous beneath. Upper leaves are divided
into lobed leaflets that are usually three-lobed at the tips. Easily grown in
average, medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade.
Tolerates a wide range of soils except heavy, poorly drained ones. Prefers
organically rich, moist soils with light to moderate shade. Remove flowering
stems after bloom to encourage additional bloom. Keep soils uniformly moist
after bloom to prolong attractive foliage appearance. When foliage depreciates,
plants may be cut to the ground. Plants may be easily grown from seed. Garden
Uses. Borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens, open shade gardens, woodland
gardens or naturalized areas. Also a good selection for a hummingbird garden.
Continue to water plants after bloom to enjoy the ground cover effect of the
foliage.
Growing Instructions
1. Prepare a mixture of half potting soil and half sand, perlite or
vermiculite. Water the mixture so that it is moist but not wet.
2. Put the seeds on the soil.
3. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil.
4. Water the seeds.
5. Place the pots in an area with warm temperatures in full sun or part
shade.
6. When the seedlings are a few inches tall, they can be transplanted.
Robert (verified owner) –
Very fast delivery.
Kai (verified owner) –
Great germination.
Samuel (verified owner) –
So far so good!
Henry (verified owner) –
Great germination.
Avery (verified owner) –
The seeds had a great germination rate