McKana Giants Columbine Seed Mix
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early fall, sowing the McKana Giants Columbine seed just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing after the last frost. The Aquilegia Columbine seed mix can also be started indoors, planted just below the surface of a flat and kept at a temperature of 60-65 degrees F until germination; keep the soil lightly moist.
Growing: Plant in fertile, moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade; this flower appreciates being shielded from the midday sun. Keep the seedlings watered and control weeds. Mature plants tolerate some dryness, but should be watered in the heat of summer. Hot and humid weather may cause the plant to wilt, since this plant prefers cool weather and can survive light frosts. Flowers planted from seed will bloom in their second year of growth. After blooming, the foliage will die off. Established plants can be divided, though they will self sow readily; volunteer plants can easily be transplanted. Deadhead the wilted blossoms if new plants are not wanted. These McKana Giants Columbine flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees and resist deer. Its natural growth in rocky areas makes it a good choice for rock gardens.
Harvesting: Columbine makes a lovely cut flower. Choose blossoms that have just opened for the longest vase life. Keep in mind that this plant can be toxic and should not be ingested.
Seed Saving: Keep in mind that this plant will cross pollinate easily with other varieties of columbine. Watch the maturing seed pods carefully, since they will open and expose their seed when fully ripe. Shake the open pods into a container to remove the seed. Store the McKana Giants Columbine seed in a cool, dry place for up to two years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Aquilegia caerulea
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 27,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Height: 30 Inches
Color: Mixed, White, Cream, Pink, Red, Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Good seeds; horrible packaging!
At least the had these in stock. Most of the seeds I want are listed but year after year, not available. The company is not as good as it once was, but they do ship fast. Overpriced.
Hello, We are sorry that we failed to meet the highest standard. Please let us know in what way the packaging was not stellar!
Columbine.
Most all have come up. They all seem to be very hardy and vigorous.
Sow far sow good (get it?)
I ordered these too late to plant right now. These are supposed to be sown either in the fall or early spring. If I can judge on the quick shipping speed and impressive packing of the shipment and the seeds, I anticipate a bumper crop. I will do my best to update next season. Thank you for the excellent service!
Wonderful Seeds
The seeds are sprouting and I cannot wait till they are big enough to transplant outside and start blooming.
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HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early fall, sowing the McKana Giants Columbine seed just below the surface of the soil. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing after the last frost. The Aquilegia Columbine seed mix can also be started indoors, planted just below the surface of a flat and kept at a temperature of 60-65 degrees F until germination; keep the soil lightly moist.
Growing: Plant in fertile, moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade; this flower appreciates being shielded from the midday sun. Keep the seedlings watered and control weeds. Mature plants tolerate some dryness, but should be watered in the heat of summer. Hot and humid weather may cause the plant to wilt, since this plant prefers cool weather and can survive light frosts. Flowers planted from seed will bloom in their second year of growth. After blooming, the foliage will die off. Established plants can be divided, though they will self sow readily; volunteer plants can easily be transplanted. Deadhead the wilted blossoms if new plants are not wanted. These McKana Giants Columbine flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees and resist deer. Its natural growth in rocky areas makes it a good choice for rock gardens.
Harvesting: Columbine makes a lovely cut flower. Choose blossoms that have just opened for the longest vase life. Keep in mind that this plant can be toxic and should not be ingested.
Seed Saving: Keep in mind that this plant will cross pollinate easily with other varieties of columbine. Watch the maturing seed pods carefully, since they will open and expose their seed when fully ripe. Shake the open pods into a container to remove the seed. Store the McKana Giants Columbine seed in a cool, dry place for up to two years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Aquilegia caerulea
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 27,000
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Height: 30 Inches
Color: Mixed, White, Cream, Pink, Red, Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Good seeds; horrible packaging!
At least the had these in stock. Most of the seeds I want are listed but year after year, not available. The company is not as good as it once was, but they do ship fast. Overpriced.
Hello, We are sorry that we failed to meet the highest standard. Please let us know in what way the packaging was not stellar!
Review
Columbine.
Most all have come up. They all seem to be very hardy and vigorous.
Review
Sow far sow good (get it?)
I ordered these too late to plant right now. These are supposed to be sown either in the fall or early spring. If I can judge on the quick shipping speed and impressive packing of the shipment and the seeds, I anticipate a bumper crop. I will do my best to update next season. Thank you for the excellent service!
Review
Wonderful Seeds
The seeds are sprouting and I cannot wait till they are big enough to transplant outside and start blooming.
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