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Aquilegia chrysantha 'Flore Pleno'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

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Aquilegia chrysantha 'Flore Pleno' plant details

Aquilegia chrysantha 'Flore Pleno' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly 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 chrysantha 'Flore Pleno'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia chrysantha 'Flore Pleno'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

You want rare? OK, here’s rare! Totally trippy, double Aquilegia chrysantha blooms - with 8-10 vermilion spurs! Since it’s a chrysantha, it will bloom until midsummer. Grows 2’ – 3’ tall & 2’ wide. Reseeds!

Gardening facts about Aquilegia chrysantha 'Flore Pleno' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia chrysantha 'Flore Pleno'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly 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

    • red
    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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