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Dwarf Columbine Seed Mix

Aquilegia vulgaris

4.75 (4 reviews)
  • 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. The seed 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 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 the seed in a cool, dry place for up to two years.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: European Columbine, European Crowfoot, Granny's Bonnet, Granny's Nightcap

Latin Name: Aquilegia vulgaris

Species Origin: Central and Southern Europe

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 20,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Part Sun, Shade

Height: 16 Inches

Color: Mixed, White, Pink, Red, Blue, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant

Dwarf Columbine Seed Mix 4.0
Review By Dwarf? Columbines

Dwarf? Columbines

These just bloomed for me after planting the seed last spring, which is what I expected. They are lovely & have good vigor; but they are all about 30" high. Not what I consider dwarf. But I like them.

Dwarf Columbine Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Mark Schroeder

Columbine Seeds

Fast shipping. Can't wait to see them grow.

Dwarf Columbine Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Bonnie Tabor

columbine

Seeds arrived quickly, won't know about germination til later saving to fall plant.

Dwarf Columbine Seed Mix 5.0
Review By Peter Bickers

prompt service and advice

Dwarf colubine seeds arrived in May with package instructions to plant in the fall. Called staff to ask about refrigerating seeds now vs. actual fall planting.
Staff said needed 60 days in fridge so just put seeds in cool dry spot until fall for zone 5-6. I probably saved my $10 ( seed cost and shipping) investment thanks to staff' knowledge.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,250 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $7.96 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~20,000 Seeds) $12.65 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $33.01 -+
1 Lb Bulk Bag (454g) $120.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $540.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $960.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $2,280.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

These delicate, nodding blossoms grow wild throughout much of northern Europe. This 16" dwarf variety produces a lovely mix of colors that will brighten any space!
These delicate nodding blossoms are native to Europe; they grow wild throughout much of northern Europe, especially abundant due to their reseeding habit. Legend has it that these wildflowers grew in the footsteps of the virgin Mary on her journey to the house of Elizabeth; medieval paintings sometimes included this flower to signify the Holy Spirit, because of the plant's association with doves. The name "columbine" is derived from the Latin "columba," or dove, since an upside down columbine bloom looks like a circle of doves around a fountain. The Latin genus name "Aquilegia" means "eagle," a reference to the spikes on the back of the flower that resemble an eagle's talons.

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. The seed 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 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 the seed in a cool, dry place for up to two years.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: European Columbine, European Crowfoot, Granny's Bonnet, Granny's Nightcap

Latin Name: Aquilegia vulgaris

Species Origin: Central and Southern Europe

Type: Garden Flowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 20,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Part Sun, Shade

Height: 16 Inches

Color: Mixed, White, Pink, Red, Blue, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer

Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant

Reviews

4.75
Global Rating: 4.75 from 4 reviews
4.0

Review By Dwarf? Columbines

Dwarf? Columbines

These just bloomed for me after planting the seed last spring, which is what I expected. They are lovely & have good vigor; but they are all about 30" high. Not what I consider dwarf. But I like them.

5.0

Review By Mark Schroeder

Columbine Seeds

Fast shipping. Can't wait to see them grow.

5.0

Review By Bonnie Tabor

columbine

Seeds arrived quickly, won't know about germination til later saving to fall plant.

5.0

Review By Peter Bickers

prompt service and advice

Dwarf colubine seeds arrived in May with package instructions to plant in the fall. Called staff to ask about refrigerating seeds now vs. actual fall planting.
Staff said needed 60 days in fridge so just put seeds in cool dry spot until fall for zone 5-6. I probably saved my $10 ( seed cost and shipping) investment thanks to staff' knowledge.

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