Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Open blue
Growth Habit
Clump forming
Bloom Season
Spring summer
Flavour Profile
Not edible
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open Pollinated
Plant Type
Flowering Plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
30–60 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
3–8
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
25–30 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Well drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Aquilegia clematiflora Blue different from traditional columbines?
What makes Aquilegia clematiflora Blue different from traditional columbines?
Its distinctive double blue flowers resemble clematis blooms, giving it a unique ornamental appearance.
Can this columbine brighten woodland borders?
Can this columbine brighten woodland borders?
Yes, it grows well in lightly shaded borders and woodland-style gardens.
Will the flowers sway gracefully in the breeze?
Will the flowers sway gracefully in the breeze?
Yes, the blooms are carried on slender stems that create gentle natural movement.
Can Aquilegia clematiflora Blue be planted with hostas?
Can Aquilegia clematiflora Blue be planted with hostas?
Yes, it pairs beautifully with hostas, ferns, and other shade-loving perennials.
Do hummingbirds and bees visit the flowers?
Do hummingbirds and bees visit the flowers?
Yes, the nectar-rich blooms may attract hummingbirds, bees, and other pollinators.
Does this perennial return each growing season?
Does this perennial return each growing season?
Yes, healthy plants can produce seasonal blooms year after year.