Blue Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea) $9.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Colorado Native: Yes (State Flower!) • USDA Growing Zones: 3-9 • Height: 18-24 inches • Spread: 12-18 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Late Spring to Mid-Summer (May-July) • Colors: Blue and white bi-color blooms • Flower Size: 2-3 inches with distinctive spurred petals

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Partial shade to full sun (afternoon shade preferred) • Water: Moderate, well-draining soil • Soil: Rich, organic soil with good drainage • Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Hummingbirds: Primary pollinator, attracted to nectar-rich spurs • Native Bees: Important early-season nectar source • Butterflies: Attracts various mountain species • Beneficial Insects: Supports native pollinator populations

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Remove dead foliage, divide if needed • Summer: Keep soil consistently moist • Fall: Cut back after seed formation • Winter: Mulch lightly for protection

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Penstemon

• Native Grasses

• Yarrow

• Wild Geranium

✨ Unique Characteristics: • Colorado State Flower • Natural self-seeder • Deer resistant • Adapts well to mountain gardens • Long-lived when properly sited

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring or fall in part shade locations. Excellent for woodland gardens and naturalized areas. Prefers cooler conditions and protection from hot afternoon sun.

Poppy California 'Mikado,' scientifically known as Eschscholzia californica 'Mikado,' a delightful annual that will add a touch of exotic charm and beauty to your garden. With its unique and intricate orange-red petals and delicate, fern-like foliage, this poppy exudes a sense of fascination and allure. Growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of blooms, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Poppy California 'Mikado' is a haven for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for wildflower gardens, meadows, and sunny borders, this low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.

Embrace the allure of Poppy California 'Mikado' and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the unique beauty of these orange-red blooms that will add a touch of exotic flair and fascination to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts: Poppy California 'Mikado' (Eschscholzia california 'Mikado')

• Botanical Name: Eschscholzia california 'Mikado'
• Height: 12-18" in
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Color: Orange
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 8-10
• Non-Native Colorado Plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Poppy California 'Mikado' (Eschscholzia california 'Mikado') 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 Poppy California 'Mikado' (Eschscholzia california 'Mikado')), 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!

Wallflower Siberian (Cheiranthus allionii) $6.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Native Status: Non-native • USDA Growing Zones: 3-7 • Height: 12-18 inches • Spread: 12 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Spring to Early Summer (April-June) • Colors: Bright orange • Flower Size: Clusters of 4-petaled flowers

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Full sun • Water: Low to moderate • Soil: Well-draining, alkaline • Spacing: 12 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Early Bees: Important spring food • Butterflies: Early nectar source • Small Pollinators: Easy access • Beneficial Insects: Early season support

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Remove winter damage • Summer: Trim after flowering • Fall: Light cleanup • Winter: Leave some stems for protection

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Forget-Me-Nots

• Spring Bulbs

• Creeping Phlox

• Sweet Alyssum

✨ Unique Characteristics: • Early spring bloomer • Sweet fragrance • Short-lived perennial • Drought tolerant • Rock garden favorite

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring or fall. Great for rock gardens and edges.

Wallflower English (Cheiranthus cheiri) $6.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Native Status: Non-native • USDA Growing Zones: 6-9 • Height: 18-24 inches • Spread: 12-18 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Spring to Early Summer (April-June) • Colors: Mix of yellow, orange, red • Flower Size: Fragrant clusters

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Full sun to partial shade • Water: Moderate • Soil: Well-draining, alkaline • Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Early Bees: Spring nectar • Butterflies: Early food source • Moths: Evening fragrance • Beneficial Insects: Early season support

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Remove dead growth • Summer: Trim after flowering • Fall: Light cleanup • Winter: Protect in cold zones

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Spring Bulbs

• Pansies

• Primrose

• Sweet William

✨ Unique Characteristics: • Strong sweet fragrance • Old-world charm • Biennial or short-lived perennial • Spring blooming • Cottage garden classic

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring or fall. Perfect for fragrant gardens and containers.

Columbine Giant 'McKana Giants (Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants M.)

Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants Mix,' scientifically known as Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants Mix,' is a captivating perennial that will add a touch of beauty to your garden. Also with its stunning and diverse mix of colors and its unique, lantern-like flowers, this plant exudes a sense of grace and charm. So, growing up to 2 to 3 feet tall, it forms lovely clusters of blooms, creating a stunning visual display.

Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants Mix' is a haven for pollinators, attracting bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich flowers. Additionally, its intricate and graceful appearance makes it an eye-catching addition to any garden. Ideal for cottage gardens, borders, and partially shaded areas, this hardy species thrives in well-drained soil.

Embrace the allure of Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants Mix' and create a haven in your garden while celebrating the enchanting beauty of these mixed-colored flowers and the delicate charm it brings to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts:

• Botanical Name: Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants M
• Height: 24-36 inches
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Mixed
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Sun/ Part Shade
• Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Non-Native Colorado Plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Columbine Giant 'McKana Giants (Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants M.) 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 Giant 'McKana Giants (Aquilegia caerulea 'McKana Giants M.), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Its also  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!

Catmint (Nepeta mussinii) $7.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Native Status: Non-native • USDA Growing Zones: 3-8 • Height: 12-18 inches • Spread: 18-24 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Late Spring to Fall (May-September) • Colors: Lavender-blue • Flower Size: Small clusters on spikes

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Full sun • Water: Low • Soil: Well-draining, tolerates poor soil • Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Native Bees: Excellent nectar source • Honeybees: Favorite plant • Butterflies: Nectar plant • Beneficial Insects: Season-long support

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Cut back old growth • Summer: Trim back after first bloom • Fall: Light cleanup • Winter: Leave basal growth

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Roses

• Lavender

• Salvia

• Coneflower

✨ Unique Characteristics: • Long blooming season • Aromatic foliage • Drought tolerant • Deer resistant • Cat-friendly herb

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring or fall. Excellent for borders and rock gardens.

Columbine - Nora Barlow Pink, scientifically known as Aquilegia vulgaris 'Nora Barlow,' a delightful perennial that will bring a touch of vintage charm and grace to your garden. With its unique, fully double, and fringed pink flowers, this columbine exudes a sense of elegance and beauty. Growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of blooms, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

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

Embrace the allure of Columbine - Nora Barlow Pink and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the beauty of these enchanting pink blooms that will add a touch of nostalgia and allure to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts: 

• Botanical Name: Aquilegia vulgaris Nora Barlow
• Height: 24-36 inches
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Pink
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Sun/Part Shade
• Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Non-Native Colorado Plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Columbine - Nora Barlow Pink (Aquilegia vulgaris Nora Barlow) 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 - Nora Barlow Pink (Aquilegia vulgaris Nora Barlow), 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!

Poppy California 'Orange,' scientifically known as Eschscholzia california 'Orange,' a stunning annual that will add a burst of bright color to your garden. Also With its delicate, cup-shaped flowers in vibrant shades of orange and feathery, gray-green foliage. This poppy variety exudes a sense of beauty and charm. So Growing up to 12 to 18 inches tall, it forms a lovely carpet of blooms, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Poppy California 'Orange' is a magnet for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for wildflower gardens, meadows, and sunny borders, this low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.

Embrace the allure of Poppy California 'Orange' and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the vibrant beauty of these orange cup-shaped blooms and the lively wildlife it supports.

Fun Facts:

• Botanical Name: Eschscholzia california 'Orange'
• Height: 12-15" in
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Color: Orange
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 8-10
• Non-Native Colorado plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Poppy California 'Orange' (Eschscholzia california 'Orange') 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 Poppy California 'Orange' (Eschscholzia california 'Orange'), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Also 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!

Blue Flax (Linum lewisii) $13.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Colorado Native: Yes • USDA Growing Zones: 4-9 • Height: 18-24 inches • Spread: 12-18 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Late Spring to Summer (May-August) • Colors: Sky blue • Flower Size: 1-inch delicate flowers

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Full sun • Water: Low • Soil: Well-draining, sandy to rocky • Spacing: 12-15 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Native Bees: Morning nectar source • Small Butterflies: Nectar plant • Beneficial Insects: Pollen source • Native Pollinators: Early season food

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Cut back old growth • Summer: No supplemental water once established • Fall: Leave some seedheads • Winter: Very cold hardy

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Penstemons

• Prairie Coneflower

• Native Grasses

• Blanket Flower

✨ Unique Characteristics: • New flowers daily • Drought tolerant • Self-seeding • Long blooming season • Easy care

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring. Excellent for meadow gardens and dry slopes.

Pacific Giants Blend (Delphinium elatum) $9.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Native Status: Non-native • USDA Growing Zones: 3-7 • Height: 4-6 feet • Spread: 18-24 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Early to Mid-Summer (June-July) • Colors: Mix of blue, purple, white • Flower Size: 2-3 inch flowers on 18-24 inch spikes

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Full sun • Water: Moderate to high • Soil: Rich, well-draining • Spacing: 24-30 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Bumblebees: Primary pollinator • Native Bees: Nectar source • Butterflies: Nectar plant • Hummingbirds: Occasional visitor

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Remove dead foliage • Summer: Stake tall stems • Fall: Cut back after blooming • Winter: Mulch for protection

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Hollyhocks

• Shasta Daisies

• Phlox

• Lilies

✨ Unique Characteristics: • Dramatic height • Mixed jewel colors • Strong vertical accent • Cut flower favorite • Cottage garden classic

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring. Provide wind protection and sturdy stakes.

Poppy - Red Chief California, scientifically known as Eschscholzia california 'Red Chief,' a charming annual that will grace your garden with its striking red blooms and delicate fern-like foliage. Also With its cup-shaped flowers and slender stems, this poppy variety exudes a sense of beauty and grace. So Growing up to 12 to 18 inches tall, it forms a lovely carpet of blooms, creating a stunning visual display.

Poppy - Red Chief California is a haven for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for wildflower gardens, meadows, and sunny borders, this low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.

Embrace the allure of Poppy - Red Chief California and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the striking beauty of these red cup-shaped blooms and the lively wildlife it attracts.

Fun Facts:

• Botanical Name: Eschscholzia california 'Red Chief
• Height: 12-18" in
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Color: Red
• Bloom Season: Spring/Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 8-10
• Non-Native Colorado Plant

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Poppy - Red Chief California (Eschscholzia california 'Red Chief') 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 Poppy - Red Chief California (Eschscholzia california 'Red Chief'), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Also 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!

Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) $7.99 | 4-inch pot

🌿 Quick Facts: • Native Status: Non-native • USDA Growing Zones: 4-8 • Height: 3-5 feet • Spread: 18-24 inches

🌺 Bloom Details: • Season: Late Spring to Early Summer (May-July) • Colors: Purple-pink with spotted throats • Flower Size: 2-3 inch tubular flowers on tall spikes

☀️ Growing Requirements: • Sun: Partial shade to full sun • Water: Moderate • Soil: Rich, well-draining • Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

🦋 Pollinator Benefits: • Bumblebees: Primary pollinator • Hummingbirds: Nectar source • Long-tongued Bees: Specialist feeder • Beneficial Insects: Shelter

🌱 Plant Care: • Spring: Remove dead foliage • Summer: Stake tall stems • Fall: Allow self-seeding • Winter: Protect crown in cold areas

🤝 Companion Planting: • Perfect paired with:

• Columbine

• Bleeding Heart

• Ferns

• Hostas

✨ Unique Characteristics: • Biennial or short-lived perennial • Self-seeding • Dramatic vertical accent • Deer resistant • Note: All parts toxic

💚 Finding Nectar Difference: Grown from seed in living soil without systemic pesticides, ensuring healthy root development and safe nectar sources for pollinators. Our 4-inch pots promote strong root systems over forced blooms, giving you plants that will thrive in your garden.

🌿 Planting Tips: Plant in spring or fall. Perfect for cottage gardens and woodland edges.

Columbine - Eastern, scientifically known as Aquilegia canadensis, a captivating perennial that will bring a touch of elegance and beauty to your garden.

Also with its unique red and yellow flowers resembling delicate hummingbirds, this columbine variety exudes a sense of grace and charm. Also growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms lovely clusters of blooms, creating a stunning visual display.

Eastern Columbine is a magnet for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for woodland gardens, native plant landscapes, and shaded areas, this hardy species thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full shade.

Embrace the allure of Columbine - Eastern and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the beauty of these enchanting blooms and the visitors they attract.

Fun Facts:

• Botanical Name: Aquilegia canadensis
• Height: 24-36" inches
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Light pink/yellow to blood red/yellow
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Light Requirements: Sun/Part Shade
• Hardiness Zones: 3-8

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Columbine-Eastern (Aquilegia canadensis) 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. So 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-Eastern (Aquilegia canadensis), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. Its aldo 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!