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Earlybird Red/Yellow Columbine

Earlybird Red/Yellow Columbine

Aquilegia x hybrida 'Earlybird Red/Yellow'

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SKU: TL-aqueabrewh-1-1
Bringing vibrant color and wild charm to the early garden, ‘Earlybird Red/Yellow’ Columbine is a fiery showstopper with bold red petals and glowing yellow centers. This compact, early-blooming variety delivers...
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Zone
USDA Zone:3 to 9
Watering
Watering Needs:Keep soil evenly moist
Sun Needs
Sun Needs:Full sun to Part shade
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Earlybird Red/Yellow Columbine

Bringing vibrant color and wild charm to the early garden, ‘Earlybird Red/Yellow’ Columbine is a fiery showstopper with bold red petals and glowing yellow centers. This compact, early-blooming variety delivers long-spurred blooms from late spring into early summer, rising just 9-12 inches tall, making it perfect for borders, containers, and small spaces. A pollinator favorite, its nectar-rich flowers draw in hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, while its deer-resistant foliage ensures it stays looking its best. Easy to grow, hardy, and eye-catching, this columbine is ideal for anyone wanting a low-maintenance burst of color in their garden.

Landscape Size

Average Landscape Size:

Height - 8 in. - 12 in. , Width - 8 in. - 12 in.
Flowering

Flowering Season:

Spring
Landscape

Landscape Use:

Accent, Container
Features

Special Features:

Attracts Hummingbirds, Butterflies
SIZE Quart
Foliage Color Green
Growth Habit Mound
Flower Color Red and Yellow
Watering

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.