Aquilegia vulgaris 'Antique Blue'

Also Known As

Antique Blue Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-9b

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Antique Blue' plant details

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Antique Blue' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple 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 vulgaris 'Antique Blue'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple 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 'Antique Blue'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An antique form with short spurs, in a sumptuous rich purple. Jewels of the late spring garden, the animated dangling flower heads look great combined with flat-topped sweet William flowers. Self sows.