Aquilegia formosa
Also called:
Western Columbine
Crimson Columbine
Plant Family:
Ranunculaceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Flower:
Red
Blooms :
May
to:
Aug
Pendant, red and yellow, 2" across with straight spurs and golden stamens
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
No
Foliage:
Green
Deciduous
Pat Kolling
Basal and lower stem leaves on long petioles divided 2-3 times, upper leaves sessile or nearly so.
Oregon Native?
Yes
West State Native?
Yes
Native to western North America
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Partial Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
Yes
Height:
1.5' to 3'
Spread:
24"
Growth Rate:
Fast
Native Habitat:
Can be found in a wide variety of habitats within its native range.
Soil:
Average, medium moisture, well-drained. Rich moist soils in part shade are preferred.
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Mulch:
Long Term:
Short lived perennial that will self seed easily. Contact with sap may irritate the skin.
Winter:
Spring:
Summer:
Deadheading
Fall:
Cut to ground when foliage declines
Common Problems
None
Diseases:
No serious diseases
Insects:
No serious pests