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Aquilegia canadensis 'Pink Lanterns'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 6"-10"

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

Aquilegia canadensis 'Pink Lanterns' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aquilegia canadensis 'Pink Lanterns'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia canadensis 'Pink Lanterns'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A sweet new form selection of Aquilegia canadensis 'Little Lanterns' - in pink! Aquilegia canadensis is a robust species, & resistant to the common problems that Columbines face: leaf miners & powdery mildew. Blooms for a few months in the Spring, & longer if you keep your plants well-fed & deadheaded. Perfect in a woodland garden combined with Heucheras & other shady characters. Grows to just 1' tall, & slightly narrower. Reseeds & provides food to your local hummingbirds!

Gardening facts about Aquilegia canadensis 'Pink Lanterns' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia canadensis 'Pink Lanterns'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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