Aquilegia
vulgaris
Sunburst Ruby
Columbine
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Type:
Perennials
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Height:
Medium 2' (Plant 18" apart)
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Bloom Time:
Spring to Early Summer
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Sun-Shade:
Mostly Sunny to Mostly Shady
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Zones:
3-9
Find Your Zone
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Soil Condition:
Acidic, Sandy, Normal
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Flower Color / Accent:
Red /
Red
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Deep ruby red flowers are double and ruffled, making an elegant complement to the glowing golden foliage. Best placed in some shade for foliage color to shine.
Features to Note:
- Deer Resistant
- Good for Cut Flowers
- Attracts Butterflies
- Blooms for 4 weeks or more
- For a sunny spot
- For a shady spot
General Information:
Aquilegia are as much a part of spring as daffodils. Some have long spurs that project out behind the blossoms-others are spur-less with double blossoms. All self-sow without being annoying. Will yield interesting hybrids if others are close by to cross pollinate.
Plant Care:
Little care needed. Leave fall basal growth to over-winter. Divide in summer if desired, not usually required since plant self seeds. If you want to prevent seeding and cross pollinating, remove spent flowering stems. Aging or damaged foliage can be completely cut back to level of new growth.
