Canada Columbine

Aquilegia canadensis

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  • Common name
    Canada Columbine
  • Latin name
    Aquilegia canadensis
  • Plant type
    perennial
  • Flower color
    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"
  • Chelsea chop
    Yes
  • Light requirements
    Full sun to part shade
  • Moisture
    Average to dry
  • Native to Ontario
    Yes
  • Locally native
    Yes
  • Deer resistant
    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.
  • Picture
    Canada Columbine