Columbine
Aquilegia canadensis
Family: Ranunculaceae
Columbine grows in partial shade to full sun and prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water needs: Moderate.
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How to Grow Columbine
Columbine growing information includes sunlight requirements of Partial shade to full sun, soil conditions listed as Rich, moist, well-drained soil with a soil pH of 6.0-7.0, and Moderate water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 3-8. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for Columbine as 21-30 days after cold stratification, with planting or establishment depth listed as Surface sow or lightly cover. Days to maturity are listed as Usually flowers in second season.
Plant Overview
Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) is listed in the Ranunculaceae family and categorized as a flower with a perennial life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Moderate.
- Plant ID
- PLT-0181
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Plant type
- Flower
- Life cycle
- Perennial
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Growing Conditions
Columbine is listed for partial shade to full sun conditions. Water needs are listed as moderate. The database soil reference is Rich, moist, well-drained soil. The listed soil pH range is 6.0-7.0, and the listed hardiness range is 3-8.
- Hardiness zones
- 3-8
- Sunlight
- Partial shade to full sun
- Soil
- Rich, moist, well-drained soil
- Soil pH
- 6.0-7.0
- Water needs
- Moderate
Seed & Germination
For seed starting, the listed germination time is 21-30 days after cold stratification and the seed depth is Surface sow or lightly cover. Maturity guidance: Usually flowers in second season. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.
- Germination
- 21-30 days after cold stratification
- Seed depth
- Surface sow or lightly cover
Harvest & Propagation
- Days to maturity
- Usually flowers in second season
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Growing Reference Note
Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.