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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
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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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Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 32"-36"
Width: 12"-32"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Perennial
Zones
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Size
Height: 15"-30"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 8"-12"
- mostly sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
Height: 8"-10"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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