Columbine - Blue (Aquilegia caerulea)

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

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

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

β˜€οΈ Growing Requirements: β€’ Sun: Partial shade to full sun (afternoon shade preferred) β€’ Water: Moderate, well-draining soil β€’ Soil: Rich, organic soil with good drainage β€’ Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

πŸ¦‹ Pollinator Benefits: β€’ Hummingbirds: Primary pollinator, attracted to nectar-rich spurs β€’ Native Bees: Important early-season nectar source β€’ Butterflies: Attracts various mountain species β€’ Beneficial Insects: Supports native pollinator populations

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

🀝 Companion Planting: β€’ Perfect paired with:

  • Penstemon

  • Native Grasses

  • Yarrow

  • Wild Geranium

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

πŸ’š 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.

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