Wild Columbine

Wild Columbine

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Wild Columbine
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  • Wild Columbine
Wild Columbine

Wild Columbine
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Wild Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) grows on rocky slopes, limestone ledges, and open woodland edges across the Ridge and Valley region. Its nodding red and yellow flowers hang above deeply lobed leaves, with hollow spurs pointing upward. In Maryland, it is often found on steep slopes with adequate moisture and calcareous soil.

Growing Conditions

Sun exposureFull sun, Part sun
Soil moistureDry, Medium
Mature height2.0 ft
Mature spread2.0 ft
Bloom period
April, May
Flower color
Red
Natural habitat
Shale barrens & rocky outcrops, Limestone woodlands & glades, Dry woodlands
Planting & Care
Grow in part shade to part sun in well drained soil. It does especially well around limestone, where soils are neutral to alkaline. The plant can go dormant in summer, and it may self seed freely in suitable conditions.
Ecology & Wildlife
The early flowers provide nectar for ruby throated hummingbirds and bumblebees. Wild Columbine is also a host plant for the Columbine Duskywing butterfly.
Seed & Plant Provenance
N/A

Estimated availability: Spring 2027

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