Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Columbine-Aquilegia canadensis

Columbine Blooms
These first blooms of spring bring nectar to returning hummingbirds and hawk moths.

In April and May the lantern like flowers in red and yellow can make a pretty border in the garden. Or create a colony with this self naturalizing perennial, in full sun or shade.

The blue-green foliage may also stay somewhat evergreen in a mild winters. Finches and Buntings will enjoy the seeds from Columbine.





Other Benefits:

Somewhat Deer Resistant




Fall Interest
Note:


Please remember to not pick flowers, gather seeds or dig plants without permission from any land owner. It is not allowed on any state or federal properties, so everyone (people and animals) can benefit and enjoy these amazing plants.


More Information: wisflora.herbarium.wisc.edu




Early Spring

 

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