There are many species of Aquilegia, in all sorts of colours, this is mainly due to interbreeding between plants. Aquilegia can only be increased by seed, which they offer in profusion.
Did you know..... Aquilegia is also known as Columbine, and are good for cutting.
Step by step guide to growing your own Aquilegia
Prepare your site
Aquilegia prefer to be grown in a chalky soil, in sun or partial shade.
How to plant Aquilegia
Aquilegia are proporgated by seed, which are offered in profusion at the end of the flowering season.
Routine care of Aquilegia
Aquilegia seedlings flower in their second year, but once having flowered, their vitalitly decreases. Replacement plants are a must to continue a good show of flowers year after year.
Recommended varieties of Aquilegia
Aquilegia caerulea : Also known as Colorado Blue Columbine or Rocky Mountain Columbine. Grows to a height of between 20-60cm.
Aquilegia canadensis : Known as the Common Columbine, this wildflower is easily proporgated from seed.
Aquilegia chrysantha : Also known as the Golden Columbine, this dainty yellow flower will brighten up any garden.
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Growing Aquilegia... (How to Grow Columbine) 
