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Aquilegia vulgaris var. flore-pleno 'Near Black'

Also Known As

  • Near Black Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Aquilegia vulgaris var. flore-pleno 'Near Black' plant details

Aquilegia vulgaris var. flore-pleno 'Near Black' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer black and purple 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 var. flore-pleno 'Near Black'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: black and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia vulgaris var. flore-pleno 'Near Black'

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

Gardening facts about Aquilegia vulgaris var. flore-pleno 'Near Black' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia vulgaris var. flore-pleno 'Near Black'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

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

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Color

    • purple
    • black
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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