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Aquilegia 'Red Hobbit'

Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Aquilegia 'Red Hobbit' (columbine) bears showy and dark red blossoms during mid spring to late spring. The foliage is light olive green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, container, cut flowers, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds are attracted to Aquilegia 'Red Hobbit' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions Aquilegia 'Red Hobbit' (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 'Red Hobbit' (columbine) may be invasive.