Columbine (Aquilegia formosa) in Alaska
Description:
Columbine is a perennial plant with delicate, bell-shaped flowers in shades of red, yellow, pink, purple, or white. The flowers have distinctive spurred petals and bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators. Columbine is well-suited to rock gardens, woodland areas, or cottage gardens.
Description:
Columbine is a perennial plant with delicate, bell-shaped flowers in shades of red, yellow, pink, purple, or white. The flowers have distinctive spurred petals and bloom from late spring to early summer, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators. Columbine is well-suited to rock gardens, woodland areas, or cottage gardens.
Description
Planting Instructions:
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- Location: Plant Columbine in well-draining soil with partial shade to full sun exposure. They prefer rich, moist soil but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
- Planting: Sow Columbine seeds directly onto prepared soil in early spring or late fall. Cover the seeds lightly with soil and water gently. Space the seeds or seedlings according to the specific variety’s mature size.
- Care: Keep the soil consistently moist until the plants establish. Once established, Columbine is relatively low-maintenance. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooming and prevent self-seeding if desired.
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