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Aquilegia vulgaris 'Icy Blue'

Also Known As

  • Icy Blue Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-20"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Icy Blue' plant details

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Icy Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and white 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 'Icy Blue'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white 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 'Icy Blue'

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 'Icy Blue' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia vulgaris 'Icy Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
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