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Aquilegia flabellata (Pumila Group) [white flowered]

Also Known As

  • Aquilegia flabellata nana pumila alba
  • Aquilegia flabellata var. pumila
  • Dwarf White Columbine
  • Fan Columbine

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Aquilegia flabellata (Pumila Group) [white flowered] plant details

Aquilegia flabellata (Pumila Group) [white flowered] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled 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 flabellata (Pumila Group) [white flowered]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculales
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia flabellata (Pumila Group) [white flowered]

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Well if that isn't enough of a mouthful to spit out, you should know about Diana Reek of Collector Nurseries named cultivar, Aquilegia flabellata nana pumila alba 'Rama Lama Ding Dong' A dwarf white Columbine for the front of the border or the rock garden. 8"

Gardening facts about Aquilegia flabellata (Pumila Group) [white flowered] plant

How to Grow Aquilegia flabellata (Pumila Group) [white flowered]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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