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Aquilegia flabellata 'Blackcurrant Ice'

Also Known As

  • Blackcurrant Ice Dwarf Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 6"-8"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Aquilegia flabellata 'Blackcurrant Ice' plant details

Aquilegia flabellata 'Blackcurrant Ice' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aquilegia flabellata 'Blackcurrant Ice'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 8 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, rock garden, showy, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia flabellata 'Blackcurrant Ice'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dashing combination of dark purple petals with creamy yellow corolla. Small 6'' x 6'' plants perfect for the rock garden or trough.

Gardening facts about Aquilegia flabellata 'Blackcurrant Ice' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia flabellata 'Blackcurrant Ice'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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