This Columbine has double, nodding flowers above attractive, lacy foliage. Aquilegia prefer partial shade but will also grow in full sun. They suit naturalistic plantings in a woody area of the garden or cottage gardens. A superb variety for cutting, with tall, strong stems that last well in the vase.
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Position
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Height
- 70cm
- Spread
- 45cm
Growing calendar
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Sow indoors
Flowering
Sowing & growing
Sow indoors Feb-June in moist seed compost. Cover with light sprinkling of compost only, as light is required for germination at 15-20°C. Prick out when large enough to handle and plant out 30cm apart after risk of frost has passed. Alternatively make late sowings Sep-Oct and overwinter for flowers the following spring.
Aftercare
Continue to water until established. Deadhead regularly to encourage more flowers.
Gallery
Ref. SEA019