Earlybird Red Yellow
Aquilegia x hybrida 'Earlybird Red Yellow'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 10-12 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Mature size | 9-11 x 8-12 inches |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 2-3 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Loamy or sandy-loam soils are preferred. |
| Soil pH | 5.5 - 7.5 |
| Zones | 3-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Palmate (Hand-like lobes) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | Deep red to purple flowers with yellow centers |
| Fruit | Follicle |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Coarse Roots (> 2 mm) |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Cuttings and seeds, division of plants in spring or fall |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Hummingbirds, Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Both |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Hostas, Ferns, Astilbe |
Where it came from
| Grower | Lowe's |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Lowe's |
Care
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; needs full sunlight for blooming. Protect from harsh winds.
Maintenance
Regular deadheading in late spring will help extend its blooming season, while cutting the foliage back to the ground in late fall prepares the plant for winter.
Cleanup
Remove spent blooms regularly to maintain appearance; remove any faded or diseased foliage.
Notes
Columbine flowers are edible, but roots and seeds are toxic.