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Aquilegia atrata
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Aquilegia atrata plant details
Aquilegia atrata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer black and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies 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, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aquilegia atrata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: ranunculales
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: black and purple blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia atrata
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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How to Grow Aquilegia atrata
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
- black
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
See other plant types of Aquilegia for your garden
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 32"-36"
Width: 12"-32"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Fragrant Columbine
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Desert Columbine
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15"-30"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Fan Columbine
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 8"-12"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Aquilegia x caerulea 'Little Lanterns', Little Lanterns Dwarf Columbine
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 8"-10"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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