Perennial | Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata "Nora Barlow" (Columbine)

Plant Info

Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Nora Barlow', commonly known as Columbine, is a charming perennial with unique, fully double flowers in shades of rose pink and white that bloom from late spring to early summer. Unlike most columbines, its pompom shaped blooms lack the long spurs commonly seen on other species of Aquilegia, giving it a distinctive appearance. The delicate foliage forms neat clumps and adds soft texture to borders, cottage gardens, and woodland plantings. The flowers attract bees and other pollinators, and the plant may gently self-seed in favourable conditions, creating natural looking displays over time. It performs best in moist, well-drained soil and appreciates some afternoon shade in warmer locations. All parts of the plant are considered toxic if ingested and may cause stomach upset and other symptoms in people, cats, and dogs, so it should not be eaten.

Growing Info

Mature height: 1-2 feet

Mature spread: 1 feet

Watering needs: Prefers evenly moist, loose, well draining soils. Will tolerate poor soils. Water deeply and infrequently as the plant establishes. 

Sunlight requirements: Sun to part shade (6 hours of sun or less, or dappled sun throughout the day)

Canadian Hardiness Zone: 

Culture

This plant is grown in a soiless media in a 2L pot. The coco liner on top of the soil reduces moisture loss and prevents the growth of weeds within the pot. It is 100% organic coconut fiber and has no synthetic materials. When planting, you can keep the liner below the plant and it will break down and enhance the soil over time. Please do not bury the liner in the soil or under mulch. Only apply mulch up to the soil liner.