Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Delicate spurred blue-violet flowers with soft green foliage
Growth Habit
Clump-forming
Bloom Season
Late spring to early summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Flowering Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
50–70 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
3–8
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
30–40 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Cool
Frequently Asked Questions
Aquilegia vulgaris Blue Flamingo Flower Seeds What makes Blue Flamingo columbine different from common columbines?
Aquilegia vulgaris Blue Flamingo Flower Seeds What makes Blue Flamingo columbine different from common columbines?
Blue Flamingo is an ornamental form of Aquilegia vulgaris selected for its distinctive flower coloration and form, while sharing the characteristic columbine flower structure.
Can Blue Flamingo columbine grow in partial shade?
Can Blue Flamingo columbine grow in partial shade?
Yes. Columbines can perform well with morning sun or partial shade, particularly where afternoon heat is strong. Maintain well-drained soil and moderate moisture.
Can Aquilegia Blue Flamingo be used in a cottage garden?
Can Aquilegia Blue Flamingo be used in a cottage garden?
Yes. Its distinctive perennial flowers suit cottage gardens, mixed borders, woodland-style plantings, and informal perennial displays.
Does Blue Flamingo columbine attract garden pollinators?
Does Blue Flamingo columbine attract garden pollinators?
Columbine flowers can provide nectar resources for visiting pollinators. Planting several flowering species together can create a more varied garden habitat.
How should Blue Flamingo columbine be maintained after flowering?
How should Blue Flamingo columbine be maintained after flowering?
Remove faded flower stems to tidy the plant, or allow some flowers to form seed if natural self-sowing is desired. Keep the surrounding area free of competing weeds.
Can Blue Flamingo columbine return after winter?
Can Blue Flamingo columbine return after winter?
Yes. Aquilegia vulgaris is a perennial and can return in suitable climates. Allow established plants to complete their seasonal cycle and provide appropriate winter conditions.