Aquilegia 'Earlybird Purple Blue'
Botanical profile

Aquilegia 'Earlybird Purple Blue'

Latin name
Aquilegia Earlybird™ 'Purple Blue'
Common name
Compact columbine with two-tone purple and blue flowers
Type
Perennial
Family
Ranunculaceae

This series offers original color combinations. It has beautiful purple and blue flowers throughout spring. Compact plant. A wonderful companion for partial shade gardens.

Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Partial sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Soil type
Well drained
Minimum temperature
'-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
May-June
Flower color
Purple
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Erected
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
23 inches (58.5 cm)
Width
23 inches (58.5 cm)
Growth rate
Fast

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.

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