Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris Winky Red-White) 50 seeds (#1720)

Perfect in cottage gardens!
Perennial plant up to 40-50 cm tall, compact habit formed at the ends of shoots creates masses of full flowers with petals in burgundy-red color with lighter edges.
Blooms from early spring to mid-summer.
Great for growing in containers, naturalistic gardens and edging.
Performing best in dappled sun to partial shade, Aquilegia prefers evenly moist, nutrient-rich soil with good drainage. It will readily cross-pollinate with other columbine and self-sow if allowed to go to seed, which is considered an advantage by some gardeners. However, faded flowers should be removed promptly if new plants are not desired. An ideal choice for woodland plantings and mixed borders, its unique blooms also make outstanding, long-lasting cut flowers.
Approximately 50 seeds in 0.1g packet.

Genus - Aquilegia
Species - vulgaris
Variety - Winky Red-White
Common name - Columbine
Pre-Treatment - Not-required
Hardiness zones - 4 - 9
Height - 0,40 - 0,50 m
Spread - 0,40 m
Plant type - Perennial flower
Exposure - Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth rate - Medium
Soil PH - Acid, Neutral, alkaline
Soil type - Loose, chalky, homous, clay, loam, Sand
Water requirements - Average, drought tolerant
Landscape uses - Rockeries, pots, dried floristics, cuttings
Bloom season - May - July
Leaf / Flower color - Green / Burgundy-red with lighter edges

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
Sow in pots inside from February to June or directly into soil from April to June.
Cover with soil lightly, press and keep moist.
The best to germinate at +18-+20C. Germinates in 20-35 days but can be irregular.
Do not sow it too narrow and it doesn't tolerate waterlogging.