Columbine Seeds - Red White
Flower Specifications
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3 - 8
Height: 12 - 14 inches
Bloom Season: Late Spring through Summer
Bloom Color: Red, White
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Rich, well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2
Deer Resistant: Yes
House Plant: No
Latin Name: Aquilegia Vulgaris
Planting Directions
Temperature: 65 - 70F
Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 12 - 14 inches
Care & Maintenance: Columbine
Columbine (Aquilegia Vulgaris Winky Double Red White) - Winky Red and White is a dwarf columbine with dark red and white, upward facing flowers from late Spring through summer. This dwarf columbine is a very heavy bloomer providing a nice show of dark red and white, upward facing flowers which make great cut flowers.
The Winky Series of Columbine produce abundant flowers above mounds of attractive medium-green lacy foliage. At home in formal or cottage settings, its flowers are always a center of attention. These shade tolerant plants attract butterflies and hummingbirds; however, deer tend to stay away so you don't have to worry about them being eaten. Easy-to-grow plant will gently self sow. Excellent choice for mixed borders, cutting gardens and woodland settings.