Little Lanterns Columbine
Aquilegia canadensis 'Little Lanterns'
SKU
05908
Showy blooms of red and yellow will brighten mixed borders and woodland settings. Versatile, highly adaptable and easy to grow. Hummingbird and butterfly friendly! May gently self-sow to produce new offspring. An herbaceous perennial.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | a-kwi-LEE-jee-a kan-a-DEN-sis |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 9 to 12 in. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden, Dry Shade |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness, North American Native Selection, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
Adaptable to most soil types. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Clip spent flowers to promote continued bloom. Hard prune to the ground at the end of the season.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-8
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant