The herbaceous perennial Aquilegia elegantula (western red columbine) bears showy and bright red blossoms during early spring to early summer. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is greyish green in colour. Aquilegia elegantula (western red columbine) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
Hummingbirds are attracted to Aquilegia elegantula .
Cautions
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.
