Rocky Mountain columbine is a beautiful, hearty, native perennial with blue and white flowers. It self-sows readily.
Noteworthy CharacteristicsNative from Montana to Arizona and New Mexico.
CareProvide full sun to partial shade and fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
PropagationStarting with fresh seed, sow indoors in winter for spring germination.
ProblemsPowdery mildew, rust, aphids, leaf miners, caterpillars.
- Genus : Aquilegia
- Plant Height : 1 to 3 feet
- Plant Width : 1 to 3 feet
- Zones : 4, 5, 6, 7
- Characteristics : Attracts Hummingbirds, Self Seeds
- Bloom Time : Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring
- Light : Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Maintenance : Low
- Moisture : Medium Moisture
- Plant Type : Perennials
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Spring Interest
- Flower Color : White
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