Oriental Columbine

A handsome combination of soft yellow and wine red blooms. The flowers open freely and last well.
Oriental Columbine is a magnificent Columbine or Aquilegia species from Japan and Eastern Asia where it grows in open woodlands. The foliage forms a verdant mound of lacy leaves.
Oriental Columbine grows well in light to moderate shade. Though they will tolerate full sun, the flowers will last longer when planted in light shade. Water to establish and keep moist in active growth.
Oriental Columbines look best in massed plantings or in large containers. After the initial flowering has finished, it is a good idea to cut the stems back to the basal foliage and fertilise for future blooms. Leave the last flowers of the season to form seed heads for future generations of plants.
The botanical name, Aquilegia stems from the Latin word for Eagle, as the spurs of the flowers resemble Eagles talons.
Aquilegias are commonly known as Columbines or Granny's Bonnets.

Supplied as: Pots
Size: 7.5 cm