Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Delicate Blooms
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Spring
Flavour Profile
Ornamental
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Flowering Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Plant Height
12–18 inches
Light Requirement
Partial Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
USDA 3–8
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
12–18 inches
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Aquilegia glandulosa different from common columbines?
What makes Aquilegia glandulosa different from common columbines?
It is valued for its distinctive blue-toned flowers and compact growth suited to alpine and woodland gardens.
Can it brighten rock garden plantings?
Can it brighten rock garden plantings?
Yes. Compact plants fit well into alpine beds, rockeries, and raised stone gardens.
Which companion plants complement Aquilegia glandulosa?
Which companion plants complement Aquilegia glandulosa?
Primulas, saxifrages, ferns, and dwarf campanulas create attractive alpine displays.
Can it be planted beneath deciduous trees?
Can it be planted beneath deciduous trees?
Yes. It benefits from spring sunlight before trees develop dense summer foliage.
Does it perform well in cool-climate gardens?
Does it perform well in cool-climate gardens?
Yes. It is well suited to cooler growing conditions with well-drained soil.
Do the flowers attract beneficial pollinators?
Do the flowers attract beneficial pollinators?
The nectar-rich blooms may attract bees and other pollinating insects.