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Rocky Mountain Columbine, Colorado Blue Columbine

Scientific Name: Aquilegia caerulea James
Synonym: Aquilegia coerulea
Family: Ranunculaceae

Colorado Blue Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea), U.S.D.A. Drawing, courtesy Hunt Institute

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 1-11,14-24,32-45
USDA: 3-10

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: Northern America (Rocky Mountains)

Growth Habits: Short-lived perennial, 1.5 to 3 feet tall (45 to 90 cm.), 1 to 2 feet in spread (30 to 60 cm.)

Flowers: White, red or blue flowers, up to 2 inches wide (5 cm.), in late spring to early summer

Watering Needs: Regular water, needs good drainage

State flower of the State of Colorado.

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