The herbaceous perennial Aquilegia canadensis (wild red columbine) bears showy, faded red and fragrant blossoms during mid-spring to mid summer. The matte foliage is greyish green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Aquilegia canadensis (wild red columbine) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, naturalization, specimen, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics
This herbaceous perennial attracts birds, hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Aquilegia canadensis is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions
Aquilegia canadensis (wild red columbine) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. Depending upon your local conditions, Aquilegia canadensis (wild red 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.
