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Aquilegia 'Dove'

Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 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 The herbaceous perennial Aquilegia 'Dove' (columbine) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blooms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour. A specimen plant, Aquilegia 'Dove' (columbine) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, naturalization, specimen and woodland.
Special Characteristics Aquilegia 'Dove' has a natural resistance to rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Aquilegia 'Dove' (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.