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Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dead Spider'

Also Known As

  • Dead Spider Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 9"-18"
  • W: 8"-15"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dead Spider' plant details

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dead Spider' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer silver 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 vulgaris 'Dead Spider'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 9 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: silver blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dead Spider'

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

Gardening facts about Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dead Spider' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia vulgaris 'Dead Spider'

  • 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

    • silver
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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