perennial
Columbine
Aquilegia canadensis
A charming woodland perennial with unique, spurred flowers that attract hummingbirds. It readily self-seeds, forming naturalized colonies.
USDA Zones
3–8
Height
medium (1–3 ft)
Bloom Season
April – June
Bloom Color
Red, yellow
🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant🌿 Native to USNative to North America — supports local wildlife and ecosystems🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators🦋 Attracts ButterfliesAttracts butterflies🐦 Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts hummingbirds
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun
6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
Soil Type
Well-drained, average
Care Requirements
Water Needsmedium
Maintenancelow
EvergreenNo
Complete Care Guide
Relatively low maintenance. Deadhead spent flowers to prevent excessive self-seeding and encourage more blooms.