Aquilegia vulgaris 'Michael Stromminger'

Also Known As

Michael Stromminger Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-32"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Aquilegia vulgaris 'Michael Stromminger' plant details

Aquilegia vulgaris 'Michael Stromminger' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink 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 'Michael Stromminger'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 32 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia vulgaris 'Michael Stromminger'

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

(Grannies Bonnets) A clumping, evergreen perennial, forming mounds of glaucous, blue-green maidenhair-like foliage. In Spring, and usually again in Autumn, tall branching stems bare many, pendant, mulberry pink, spurred, bell shaped flowers over several weeks. Provide with morning sun, or full sun during winter, feed well and add humus to encourage good flowering.

By: Zephs

Gardening facts about Aquilegia vulgaris 'Michael Stromminger' plant

How to Grow Aquilegia vulgaris 'Michael Stromminger'

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
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen