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Aquilegia x caerulea 'Rotstern'

Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description Aquilegia x caerulea 'Rotstern' (columbine) bears showy, medium red and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-spring to late spring. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has greyish green foliage that is matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses Border, naturalization and woodland.
Special Characteristics Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Aquilegia x caerulea 'Rotstern' .
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Aquilegia x caerulea 'Rotstern' (columbine) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.