Aquilegia vulgaris 'Grandmother's Garden'

European Columbine, European Crowfoot, Granny's Bonnet

Family: Ranunculaceae Crowfoot


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 9A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Blue, pink, purple, red, white
Bloom time Late Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, rock garden, woodland garden
Height 24" to 30" / 60cm to 75cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, invasive, naturalizing