This hybrid is perfect for rock gardens or the front of the border, this little beauty is tough, hardy, and easy to grow. The Wild Columbines" Many people think columbines are the loveliest flowers of all, and they are certainly important in the wildflower world. Many important species are North American natives. Everyone in the Northeast loves the Wild Eastern Columbine, the beautiful smallish red one, Aquilegia canadensis, and of course, everyone in the Rockies loves the State Flower of Colorado, the large, blue Colorado Columbine, A. caerulea. There are important species native to Europe and Japan as well.
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Botanical Name
: Aquilegia canadensis
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Color
: Red and yellow bell shaped flowers
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Spread/Width
: 8-12" wide
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Bloom Time
: Late spring to early summer
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Sun/Shade
: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil Preferences
: Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions except heavy, poor drained soil.
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Variety
: Little Lanterns
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