Earlybird Purple/Blue Columbine
Aquilegia x hybrida 'Earlybird Purple/Blue'
SKU: TL-aqeapurble
USDA Zone:
3 to 9
Watering Needs:
Keep soil evenly moist
Sun Needs:
Full sun to Part shade
With rich purple petals fading into a soft blue center, ‘Earlybird Purple/Blue’ Columbine is a showstopper from late spring into early summer. Unlike taller columbines, this compact variety reaches just 9-12 inches tall, making it perfect for small spaces, containers, and front-of-border plantings. Its long-spurred flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, while its deer-resistant foliage ensures it stays lush and healthy. Low-maintenance and easy to grow, this columbine thrives in sun or part shade, bringing a touch of woodland magic to any garden.
Available!
Size : Quart$16.99
Average Landscape Size:
Height - 8 in. - 12 in. , Width - 8 in. - 12 in.
Flowering Season:
Spring
Landscape Use:
Accent, Container
Special Features:
Attracts Hummingbirds, Butterflies
| Flower Color | Purple to Blue |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Habit | Mound |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Size | Quart |
Watering Needs:
Keep soil evenly moist
- Light: Thrives in full sun to part shade; in hotter climates, afternoon shade helps prolong blooms.
- Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil; dislikes heavy, soggy conditions.
- Watering:
- New Plants: Keep soil evenly moist until established.
- Established Plants: Water moderately; drought-tolerant once mature.
- Fertilization: A light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring promotes strong growth and flowering.
- Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage a longer flowering period.
- Allow some seed heads to form for gentle self-seeding.
- Cut back foliage in late fall or early spring to refresh new growth.
- Pest & Disease Resistance:
- Generally pest-free.
- Watch for leaf miners; remove affected leaves to maintain plant health.
- Hardiness: Thrives in USDA zones 3-9—cold-hardy yet heat-tolerant.
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