Aquilegia Earlibird Purple and White
Aquilegia 'Earlibird Purple and White' photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Columbine

Earlybird™ Purple & White Columbine is a compact, early flowering perennial featuring elegant bi-coloured blooms with rich purple outer petals surrounding crisp white centers and bright golden stamens. The nodding flowers are held above a neat mound of delicate, fern-like blue-green foliage that adds light texture to the garden. Bred for uniform growth and early flowering, this selection brings vibrant colour to spring borders, woodland plantings, and containers.

  • Height: 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
  • Spread: 25-30 cm (10-12 in)
  • Cold Hardiness: Zone 3
  • Sun or Shade: sun to part shade
  • Bloom Time: mid to late spring
  • Leaf Colour: green
  • Bloom Colour: purple and white
  • Critter Resistance: deer and rabbits
  • Nature Attraction: butterflies and bees

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Columbine grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Plants perform well in cooler climates and benefit from some afternoon shade in warmer areas. Removing spent flowers may encourage additional blooming and reduce self-seeding. This hardy perennial is easy to grow and adds early-season colour and fine texture to mixed perennial plantings.

Specials

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