Columbine at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden
Sunset®: All zones
AHS: 8-1
USDA: 3-9
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to -30°F (-35°C)
Heat Tolerance: Afternoon shade needed in hot areas, probably better as annual
Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun
Origin: Europe
Growth Habits: Clump forming perennial, up to 3 feet tall (90 cm), 18 inches spread (45 cm)
Flowers: White, pink, red, purple or blue flowers
Watering Needs: Moderate water, well drained soil
Propagation: Seeds in fall or spring, occasionally division in late winter
Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 3: 20. Courtesy of Kentucky Native Plant Society. Scanned by Omnitek Inc.
The Columbine has been used in gardens for a long time, due mostly to its curious flower shape. It is an old favorite for cottage gardens.
Blooming Habits:
The plain European columbine has blue flowers in late spring. There are a number of cultivars with different flower colors
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