Aquilegia 'Bluebird' (Songbird Series)

Also Known As

Aquilegia x 'Songbird Blue Bird'
Aquilegia x hybrid 'Songbird BlueBird'
Hybrid Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-28"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Aquilegia 'Bluebird' (Songbird Series) plant details

Aquilegia 'Bluebird' (Songbird Series) is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and white flowers emerge. Attracts 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 'Bluebird' (Songbird Series)

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 28 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 'Bluebird' (Songbird Series)

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A compact variety with mounding growth habit 11-18" tall. Blue and white bi-color flowers in late spring to early summer. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and is a great cut flower. It is deer resistant. Hardy in zone 3-9. Likes sun to part shade.