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Aquilegia vulgaris 'Blue Barlow'

Also Known As

  • Barlow Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-30"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

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Aquilegia vulgaris 'Blue Barlow' plant details

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Blue Barlow' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue 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 - occasional 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 vulgaris 'Blue Barlow'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, self-sowing, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia vulgaris 'Blue Barlow'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful old-fashioned looking Columbines. Fully double, upward facing spurless violet blue blooms in late spring. This variety was bred especially for cut flower production. Lovely in the shade garden!

Gardening facts about Aquilegia vulgaris 'Blue Barlow' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia vulgaris 'Blue Barlow'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

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

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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