Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Double blooms
Growth Habit
Compact clumping
Bloom Season
Spring summer
Flavour Profile
Not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
25–40 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
3–8
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
20–25 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the flowers in this flabellata mix double rather than single?
What makes the flowers in this flabellata mix double rather than single?
The blooms carry extra layers of petals that create a fuller more rounded appearance compared with the open single form of many columbines
Does the compact size suit containers and smaller garden spaces?
Does the compact size suit containers and smaller garden spaces?
At 25–40 cm the neat clumping habit fits well in pots woodland edges and front-of-border positions without needing large areas
Are the leaves of Aquilegia flabellata distinctively shaped?
Are the leaves of Aquilegia flabellata distinctively shaped?
The foliage is often fan-like or more rounded which gives the plant a tidy refined look even when not in flower
Does this double mix prefer cooler conditions for best performance?
Does this double mix prefer cooler conditions for best performance?
It thrives in cool climates and partial shade where the richly layered blooms develop fully without stress from prolonged heat
Can closer spacing be used because the plants stay compact?
Can closer spacing be used because the plants stay compact?
Spacing of 20–25 cm works well allowing the neat clumps to form a continuous display while still providing air circulation
Will removing spent double blooms encourage more flowers?
Will removing spent double blooms encourage more flowers?
Snipping faded heads can promote additional flowering on the compact plants through the spring and summer season