AQUILEGIA vulgaris Columbine, Dwarf Mixed
AQUILEGIA vulgaris Columbine, Dwarf Mixed is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The Dwarf Mixed variety is a cultivar of Columbine that is smaller in size, growing to a height of only 15-20 cm.
Super attractive to butterflies and bees, bumblebees, hummingbirds, Aquilegia Vulgaris with the mashup of colors is one of the most beautiful flowers in the world. It’s challenging to get hands on it, but if you’re roaming around in some rocky areas of Europe, things might result in your favor. The flower is used in making flower beds, walkways, driveways, and for some medical purposes.
The plant produces attractive, delicate flowers that are typically bi-colored and can come in shades of blue, pink, purple, red, white, and yellow. The flowers have a distinctive shape, with five spurred petals that extend backward and a central cluster of petals that resemble a bell.
The Dwarf Mixed variety is ideal for small gardens, rock gardens, or as a border plant. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full sun. It can be propagated through seeds or division in early spring or fall. Columbine is known for attracting hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies to the garden, making it an excellent choice for gardeners who want to attract pollinators.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 9,375 | 166 |
| 1OZ | 18,750 | 331 |
| 1/4LB | 75,000 | 1,325 |
| 1/2LB | 150,000 | 2,650 |
| 1LB | 300,000 | 5,300 |
| 5LB | 1,500,000 | 26,500 |
Scientific Name: Aquilegia Vulgaris
Common Name: Columbine, Dwarf Mixed
Plant Type: Perennial
Family: Ranunculaceae
Native Range: Europe
Full Growth Height: 10-18 in
Width in Across: 18 in
Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Blooming Season: Spring, Summer
Flower: Hooked Spurs
Pollinators: Sun, water
Flower Color: Mixed Colors
Tolerate: Drought
Water Requirement: Moderate, Moist
Soil Type: Average, Moist well-drained
Zones: 5-10
Uses: Flower beds, walkways, driveways, etc.