Aquilegia formosa

Common Name:
Western columbine
Plant Type:
Deciduous perennial
Family:
Ranunculaceae (The Buttercup Family)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
2 feet+ high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
shade gardens
Flowering Season:
Spring and summer

Flower Color:
Red
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Well-drained soil

Suggested Irrigation:
Regular to moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 15 degrees F. or less

California native columbine is found on shaded banks in nature; nodding bright red and yellow flowers on delicate stems are visited by hummingbirds in spring.