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Aquilegia 'Swan Red and White'

Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 65 - 85 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 35 cm (12 - 14 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Aquilegia 'Swan Red and White' is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blooms during late spring to early summer. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Aquilegia 'Swan Red and White' .
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Aquilegia 'Swan Red and White' will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.