Columbine - Blue (Aquilegia caerulea)

Columbine - Blue, scientifically known as Aquilegia caerulea, a delightful perennial that will grace your garden with its unique and elegant blue blooms. With its delicate, bell-shaped flowers and distinct spurs, this columbine exudes a sense of charm and beauty. Growing up to 1 to 3 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of flowers, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Columbine - Blue is a haven for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for cottage gardens, woodland areas, and naturalistic landscapes, this low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and partial shade.

Embrace the allure of Columbine - Blue and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the beauty of these enchanting blue blooms that will add a touch of elegance and allure to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts: 

• Botanical Name: Aquil egia caerulea
• Height: 12-24 inches
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Blue/White
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Sun/Part Shade
• Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Colorado native plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Columbine - Blue (Aquilegia caerulea) in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom, giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Columbine - Blue (Aquilegia caerulea), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. By using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!