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Columbine Seeds - Red White
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Columbine (Aquilegia Vulgaris Winky Double Red White) - Winky Red and White is a dwarf columbine with dark red and white, upward facing flowers from late Spring through summer.MORE COLUMBINE OPTIONS
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
12 - 14 inches
Columbine (Aquilegia Vulgaris Winky Double Red White) - Winky Red and White is a dwarf columbine with dark red and white, upward facing flowers from late Spring through summer. This dwarf columbine is a very heavy bloomer providing a nice show of dark red and white, upward facing flowers which make great cut flowers.
The Winky Series of Columbine produce abundant flowers above mounds of attractive medium-green lacy foliage. At home in formal or cottage settings, its flowers are always a center of attention. These shade tolerant plants attract butterflies and hummingbirds; however, deer tend to stay away so you don't have to worry about them being eaten. Easy-to-grow plant will gently self sow. Excellent choice for mixed borders, cutting gardens and woodland settings.
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.
