Ontario Native
Canada Columbine
Aquilegia canadensis
Wildflower
Perennial
Locally native
Deer resistant
Chelsea chop
Flower colour
Striking bicolour blooms with red spurs and yellow centres. The flowers hang downward like delicate bells.
Bloom time
Spring through mid summer
Height
12-24"
Spread
30 cm
Light
Full sun to part shade
Moisture
Average to dry
Native to Ontario
Yes
Ecological benefit
Important early nectar source for hummingbirds and bees
Notes
A delicate woodland native famous for its intricate, lantern-like flowers and its unique relationship with hummingbirds. Great for rock gardens. Will self seed (not aggressively). Does well in dry shade.