| | | Family | Ranunculaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 2a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Spread | 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun to partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Aquilegia alpina (alpine columbine) bears medium blue flowers during late spring to early summer. This plant has greyish green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting and woodland. | | Special Characteristics | Hummingbirds are attracted to Aquilegia alpina . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits. | | Cautions | Be aware that Aquilegia alpina (alpine columbine) is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets. | | |