Columbine Seeds - Crimson Star
SEED COUNT
Approximately 363,000 seeds per pound
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
3 - 9
HEIGHT
32 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring and early summer
BLOOM COLOR
Crimson red
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Rich, well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
HOUSE PLANT
No
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Columbine (Aquilegia Caerulea Crimson Star) - Columbines are easy to establish from flower seeds, and they explode into brilliant color in late spring. This Aquilegia Caerulea Crimson Star features clear, bright, crimson colored, 4 inch flowers with white corollas and a tuft of yellow stamens.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
14 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
SOWING RATE
3 - 4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
16 inches
Columbine (Aquilegia Caerulea Crimson Star) - Columbines are easy to establish from flower seeds, and they explode into brilliant color in late spring. This Aquilegia Caerulea Crimson Star features clear, bright, crimson colored, 4 inch flowers with white corollas and a tuft of yellow stamens. They are sizable plants, reaching 30 inches or more, and they certainly add some old-fashioned charm in the summer border or flower garden.
Common Questions
How long can columbine live?
A columbine plant usually lives only two to three years. However, they are abundant self-seeders so you might not even notice when the original plant dies.
Can columbine grow indoors?
In most cases, columbine grown in containers indoors will provide you with beautiful foliage but no blooms. These plants thrive in outdoor soil.
Do I need to deadhead my columbine flowers?
This depends on what you want from your plants. If you deadhead columbine your plant may give you a longer bloom season, however it will not be able to drop seeds for new plants for the next growing season.
Should I fertilize my columbine plants?
Yes, it does best with a water-soluble fertilizer monthly. This encourages thick foliage and brighter flowers. Be sure to follow package instructions.
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