Acquilegia seeds
€2.95
Aquilegia (Aquilegia vulgaris) is offered here as a seed packet of approximately 80 seeds (0.1g), a graceful, long-lived perennial native to Europe and well suited to Ireland's cool, temperate climate. Also known as Columbine or Granny's Bonnet, it grows 40–80cm tall, bearing elegant, nodding flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white from late spring to early summer above delicate, fern-like foliage. The blooms are a particular favourite of bumblebees and other pollinators. Aquilegia thrives in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, self-seeding gently to form natural, ever-evolving drifts once established. A hardy, easy addition to cottage gardens, woodland edges, and biodiverse borders throughout Ireland and the UK.
Quantity
Only 4 left in stock
Sowing Instructions
Seeds are small and fine. Sow from February to June, under cover or directly outdoors, scattering lightly on the surface of moist compost or soil and pressing gently without covering, as light aids germination. Keep evenly moist until seedlings appear, usually within 2–4 weeks, then transplant or thin to 25–30cm apart once large enough to handle. Store seeds cool and dry until sowing. Note: all parts of the plant are mildly toxic if ingested — handle with care and keep away from children and pets.
