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 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.
Aquilegia vulgaris known 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. It is noted for its spring bloom of blue to violet flowers. Medium green leaves. Upper leaves are divided into lobed leaflets that are usually three-lobed at the tips.
Full Sun to Part Shade
Zone: 4
Height: 2-3'
Width: 1-1.5'
Bloom Time: April to May