250 Blue Columbine Flower Seeds Aquilegia Caerulea Perennial

Blue Columbine Flower Seeds Aquilegia Caerulea Perennial ********** Blue Columbine is the state flower of Colorado. It is found throughout the Rocky Mountains, typically in aspen and spruce-fir communities, or subalpine meadows. Sometimes, pure white flowers are seen. The blue petals have distinctive, long spurs. Columbine can be grown in sunny locations in cool climates, but filtered shade should be provided in hot climates . *** ()*** MORE INFO: 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. Name: Blue Columbine Scientific Name: Aquilegia caerulea Color: Blue Hardiness Zones: 3-10 Plant Seeds: Outdoors After Frost or Indoors Weeks Before Last Frost Plant Height: 24-36″ Plant Spacing: 12″ Germination Time – 21-28 Days Cycle: Perennial Bloom Season – Spring/Summer Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade Soil & Water Preferences: Average Other: Attracts bees, birds, & butterflies, Max shipping fee is $4.50. You will not pay anymore than that no matter how many seeds (You must checkout with all seeds at the same time with only one payment in order to get combined shipping). All Of Our Vegetable Seeds Are Heirloom And Organic Unless Otherwise Stated. All Seeds We Carry Are Either For The Current Growing Season Or For The Next Growing Season To Come Which Is Why Our Seeds Have Such A High Germination Rate And Will Last For Years If Stored Properly. We Do Not Sell Old Seeds. Our Heirloom Seeds Are All Gathered And Packaged By Hand So No Weed Seeds Or Anything Other Than What You Ordered Will Be In Your Seed Packets. We Do Not Carry Any Gmo Or Altered Seeds.