Growing Height: up to 40cm Plant Type: Hardy Perennial
These Aquilegia Seeds ARE available to Purchase NOW but WONT BE DELIVERED until September/October which is the right time for sowing and planting
Aquilegia alpina:
- Also referred to as Columbine or Granny's Bonnets
A perfect pollinator approved species with deep blue bonnets of blooms on long thin stems to create a delicate display throughout early to mid summer. A perennial variety that is ideal for creating an attractive cottage garden, rockery displays, striking borders and stunning cut flowers.
Sowing Instructions
Sow indoors for best results anytime from October until June in a seed tray of fine, quality compost. Sow seeds evenly spaced out approx. 0.5cm deep, water well and place into a cold frame, unheated greenhouse or windowsill. Continue to water until the seedlings appear, germination can take between 3 to 6 weeks. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, separate each young plant into 7.5cm pots ready to acclimatise to the outdoors. Plants can be transplanted where they are to flower from June to October, spacing out by 30cm. Alternatively sow seeds directly outdoors from April until June, thinning out as they grow. These perennial flowers will bloom from May until July the following year, and each year after that. Allow plants to self-seed for further plants each year. Can cause irritation to hands and eyes.
Aquilegia Seeds
Easy to grow Opt for a sunny spot in the garden with protection from strong winds. Deadhead faded Aquilegia flowers to encourage more blooms to be produced.
Do not eat ornamental flowers or seeds.
Always wear gloves when gardening and wash hands thoroughly when finished.
These Aquilegia Seeds ARE available to Purchase NOW but WONT BE DELIVERED until September/October which is the right time for sowing and planting