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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Aquilegia alpina
Alpine Columbine
Flower Colors
Description
An herbaceous perennial, up to 80cm high, with blue-green leaves and nodding, bright blue or blue and white flowers in spring
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
City and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensCut flowersFlower borders and bedsUnderplanting of roses and shrubs
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 6cmP012010V0009Z00010 | €2.35 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.