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Aquilegia canadensis - Red Columbine

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Aquilegia canadensis is a vibrant perennial plant, better known as the Red Columbine. A treasure hailing from North American woodlands, it mesmerizes with its artistic display of bell-shaped, crimson, and golden yellow blooms gracing your garden from April through July. Standing 1 to 3 feet tall with a spread of 1 to 1. 5 feet, it's a superb choice for adding a splash of color to both spacious and compact landscapes. The Red Columbine not only offers an elegant display of flowers but its blue-green foliage also contributes an appealing dimension of texture to your garden's aesthetic. Quite adaptable, it thrives in a spectrum of light conditions, ranging from full sun to partial shade, whilst favoring well-drained and moderately moist soils. With its exceptional resilience to drought, it ensures consistency in your garden's visual appeal under varying weather conditions. Red Columbine doubles up as a nature magnet, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies, making your outdoor space a lively and eco-friendly haven. Its ability to reseed adds to its enduring charm, making it a marvelous inclusion to your garden year after year.

  • Size: 1 to 3 feet tall and 1 to 1.5 feet wide
  • Flowers: Red and yellow, bell-shaped blossoms from April to July
  • Foliage: Blue-green leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate, prefers moist, well-drained soils
  • Sun exposure: Can tolerate full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Wildlife: Nectar source for hummingbirds and butterflies
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