Aquilegia canadensis - Perennial columbine
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Canada Columbine
Scientific name: Aquilegia canadensis
Flower color: Red and gold
Mature height: 45–60 cm (18–24 in)
Mature width: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
Habit: Slender and graceful
Flowering period: Spring to early summer
Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Watering needs: Moderate, keep soil moist
Soil type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter
Hardiness zone: Zone 2 to 9
Drought tolerance: Moderate
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially hummingbirds
Toxicity to animals: Toxic
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✂️ Care
Hardy and easy-to-grow plant. Regularly remove faded flowers to encourage prolonged and abundant blooming.
After flowering, cut stems back to about 15 cm (6 inches) from the ground to promote vigorous regrowth the following year.
Enrich the soil with compost in spring. Water regularly during dry periods. Once established, this columbine requires little care and returns faithfully each year.