Plant Overview
This high-alpine meadow plant from the Swiss Alps has long been prized in UK gardens for its vibrant blue flowers. As well as looking lovely in the garden, it makes an excellent cut flower too. May very occasionally have white flowers.
Will tolerate quite dry soil when established.
The long, strong stems last for ages in the vase, making it an excellent cut flower.
Height and spread: 45cm x 35cm
Aquilegias have been cultivated in Britain since the 13th century and are one of the most traditional cottage garden plants.
Poisonous if eaten.
Common name(s): Alpine Columbine; Granny's Bonnets.
Photo: Paolo Villa, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons