Aquilegia canadensis / Columbine
Type: Perennial
Native Habitat: dry woodlands, rock outcroppings, meadows
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: medium moisture
Growth: 2’-3’ tall 1’-2’ wide
Bloom: red/yellow April-May
Spreads: seed
Info: This native, perennial can be found in woods through out the state. Its early spring flowers are great for attracting humming birds. Under proper conditions, can be a prolific reseeder and form large colonies. Great for large areas that need to be filled in or creating spring interest in the garden. Dead-heading and watering will encourage additional blooms and keep to foliage looking attractive longer in the season. This is a must have in any woodland or shade garden and can be a great addition to already naturalized areas.
Type: Perennial
Native Habitat: dry woodlands, rock outcroppings, meadows
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: medium moisture
Growth: 2’-3’ tall 1’-2’ wide
Bloom: red/yellow April-May
Spreads: seed
Info: This native, perennial can be found in woods through out the state. Its early spring flowers are great for attracting humming birds. Under proper conditions, can be a prolific reseeder and form large colonies. Great for large areas that need to be filled in or creating spring interest in the garden. Dead-heading and watering will encourage additional blooms and keep to foliage looking attractive longer in the season. This is a must have in any woodland or shade garden and can be a great addition to already naturalized areas.
Type: Perennial
Native Habitat: dry woodlands, rock outcroppings, meadows
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: medium moisture
Growth: 2’-3’ tall 1’-2’ wide
Bloom: red/yellow April-May
Spreads: seed
Info: This native, perennial can be found in woods through out the state. Its early spring flowers are great for attracting humming birds. Under proper conditions, can be a prolific reseeder and form large colonies. Great for large areas that need to be filled in or creating spring interest in the garden. Dead-heading and watering will encourage additional blooms and keep to foliage looking attractive longer in the season. This is a must have in any woodland or shade garden and can be a great addition to already naturalized areas.
