Columbine

Aquilegia canadensis

Delicate, spurred blooms in spring. Attracts hummingbirds and self-sows freely.

Quick Facts

Sun:⛅ Partial Shade, ☀️ Full Sun

Water:💧💧 Moderate

USDA Zones:Zones 3–9

Space:🪴 Container, 🌱 Small Bed, 🏡 Large Garden

Soil:Loam, Sandy, Silty

Best Season(s):Spring

Experience Level:🌱 Beginner

Native Range:Eastern North America

Bloom Color:Red and yellow (native species); many colors in hybrids

Bloom Cycle:Late spring to early summer

Allow to self-seed for natural spreading. Cut back foliage after leafminers appear.

Mildly toxic to cats and dogs (contains glycosides) — generally low-risk but best kept from grazing pets.

Informational only — always check with a veterinarian if you suspect your pet has eaten something it shouldn't have.

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