Aquilegia alpina | Alpine Columbine
DESCRIPTION
Aquilegia alpina, or Alpine columbine, is a charming perennial admired for its deep blue to violet nodding flowers and attractive, fern-like foliage. Native to the alpine meadows of Europe, this plant thrives in rock gardens, alpine gardens, and woodland settings. Blooming in late spring to early summer, its distinctive flowers with curved spurs attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The finely divided, light green to bluish-green leaves form a low mound, providing an appealing backdrop. Low maintenance and versatile, Aquilegia alpina grows well in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, making it a favorite among gardeners and landscape designers.
DESCRIPTION
Aquilegia alpina, or Alpine columbine, is a charming perennial admired for its deep blue to violet nodding flowers and attractive, fern-like foliage. Native to the alpine meadows of Europe, this plant thrives in rock gardens, alpine gardens, and woodland settings. Blooming in late spring to early summer, its distinctive flowers with curved spurs attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The finely divided, light green to bluish-green leaves form a low mound, providing an appealing backdrop. Low maintenance and versatile, Aquilegia alpina grows well in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, making it a favorite among gardeners and landscape designers.
DESCRIPTION
Aquilegia alpina, or Alpine columbine, is a charming perennial admired for its deep blue to violet nodding flowers and attractive, fern-like foliage. Native to the alpine meadows of Europe, this plant thrives in rock gardens, alpine gardens, and woodland settings. Blooming in late spring to early summer, its distinctive flowers with curved spurs attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The finely divided, light green to bluish-green leaves form a low mound, providing an appealing backdrop. Low maintenance and versatile, Aquilegia alpina grows well in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, making it a favorite among gardeners and landscape designers.
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Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 12-18 inches
Width: 12-18 inches
Foliage Color: Light green to bluish-green
Flower Color: Deep blue to violet
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low
Growing Zones: USDA zones 3-8
Wildlife Attractors: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirdsThis plant can be seen in the rock garden at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
