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Aquilegia vulgaris 'Black Barlow'

Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Spread 35 cm (14 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 vulgaris 'Black Barlow' (common columbine) bears showy and black flowers during late spring to mid summer. The matte foliage is greyish green in colour and medium in texture. A specimen plant, Aquilegia vulgaris 'Black Barlow' (common columbine) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Aquilegia vulgaris 'Black Barlow' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Aquilegia vulgaris 'Black Barlow' (common columbine) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. 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.