The herbaceous perennial Aquilegia flabellata var. pumila 'Silver Edge' (dwarf fan columbine) bears showy and mauve blossoms during mid spring to early summer. This plant is clump forming and has showy, matte and fine textured foliage that is variegated greyish green and white in colour.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, border, cut flowers, edging, ground cover and naturalization.
Special Characteristics
Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Aquilegia flabellata var. pumila 'Silver Edge' .
Cautions
The growth rate of Aquilegia flabellata var. pumila 'Silver Edge' (dwarf fan columbine) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Aquilegia flabellata var. pumila 'Silver Edge' (dwarf fan 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.
