Blue Rocky Mountain Columbine Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early fall, sowing the 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. These Rocky Mountain Blue Columbine flower seeds 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 Aquilegia Caerulea seeds 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 flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees and resists 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 Rocky Mountain Blue Columbine flower seeds in a cool, dry place for up to two years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Colorado Blue Columbine, Colorado Columbine
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
Height: 30 Inches
Color: White, Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Bruce
I haven't planted yet but the packaging is next level, and includes specific planting instructions. I will buy everything I can get from you. I will offer a second review when they germinate a year from now.
Very Satisfied!
Very please with the overall speed of delivery and the quality of the packaging. Looking forward to planting them this weekend.
We're so happy to hear this!
Columbine
Seeds arrived quickly, won't know about germination until later as I'm saving to fall plant.
Hope they grow year as well
I purchased 3 seed packets last year and was so pleased that I ordered many more. I can't wait for the weekend to plant.
Excellent products. Fast shipping
Pefect
As always well packed and quickly shipped...I wish you would expand your annual flower choices.
So far, so good!
Foil packaging for these seeds, the best. Shipping was prompt, noextra packaging. Also included were detailed instructions for germination. Wild seeds also may need pre-treatment for optimal germination. These details were also included. So far, so good...
Perfect
All of the items were just what I wanted and they were delivered fast.
Wonderful Seeds
The seeds are sprouting and I cannot wait till they are big enough to transplant outside and start blooming.
Good service
Prompt delivery, good price
DESCRIPTION
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This blue beauty grows in the meadows and cliffs of the Rocky Mountains. Many gardeners prize this clump-forming perennial with its large upward-facing blue and white flowers - it is so unique! Fill your home garden with a variety of our Midwest wildflower seed mixes.
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in early fall, sowing the 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. These Rocky Mountain Blue Columbine flower seeds 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 Aquilegia Caerulea seeds 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 flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees and resists 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 Rocky Mountain Blue Columbine flower seeds in a cool, dry place for up to two years.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Colorado Blue Columbine, Colorado Columbine
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
Height: 30 Inches
Color: White, Blue
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Bruce
I haven't planted yet but the packaging is next level, and includes specific planting instructions. I will buy everything I can get from you. I will offer a second review when they germinate a year from now.
Review
Very Satisfied!
Very please with the overall speed of delivery and the quality of the packaging. Looking forward to planting them this weekend.
We're so happy to hear this!
Review
Columbine
Seeds arrived quickly, won't know about germination until later as I'm saving to fall plant.
Review
Hope they grow year as well
I purchased 3 seed packets last year and was so pleased that I ordered many more. I can't wait for the weekend to plant.
Excellent products. Fast shipping
Review
Pefect
As always well packed and quickly shipped...I wish you would expand your annual flower choices.
Review
So far, so good!
Foil packaging for these seeds, the best. Shipping was prompt, noextra packaging. Also included were detailed instructions for germination. Wild seeds also may need pre-treatment for optimal germination. These details were also included. So far, so good...
Review
Perfect
All of the items were just what I wanted and they were delivered fast.
Review
Wonderful Seeds
The seeds are sprouting and I cannot wait till they are big enough to transplant outside and start blooming.
Review
Good service
Prompt delivery, good price
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