Plant Details
Lovely dark purple to black pompom-like flowers from spring to summer. Perfect for any border.
Will tolerate quite dry soil when established.
Suitable for cut flowers.
Height and spread: 90cm x 45cm
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): Columbine, Granny's Bonnets, Doves in the Ark, Doves Round, A Dish, Old Woman's Nightcap, Widows Weeds.
Photo courtesy of The Hardy Plant Society.