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    • Photo of Aquilegia 'Blackie' flower by Sunshine Farm and Gardens

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    Aquilegia 'Blackie'

    Also Known As

    • Blackie Columbine

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-24"
    • W: 12"-15"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

    Aquilegia 'Blackie' plant details

    Aquilegia 'Blackie' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring black and burgundy 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 'Blackie'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: ranunculales
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: black and burgundy blooms in spring
    Uses: cottage garden, self-sowing, unique

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Aquilegia 'Blackie'

    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

    While these "Double" flowers are not as true black as, let's say, Viola "Molly Sanderson", they are by far the darkest colored flowers that I've ever seen on an Aquilegia.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    Gardening facts about Aquilegia 'Blackie' plant

    How to Grow Aquilegia 'Blackie'

    • 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

      • burgundy
      • black

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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